cattle farming

Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have developed an innovative approach to reduce methane emissions from cattle, a major contributor to climate change. The study, led by Professor Ermias Kebreab, reveals that adding a specific type of seaweed to cows' diets can cut methane emissions from burps by nearly 40% without impacting the animals' health or weight.

Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is released in significant quantities during the digestive process of cattle. It is estimated that livestock emissions account for nearly 15% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with cow burps being a leading source. The breakthrough findings from. . .