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Feeding grazing cows seaweed could cut their methane emissions by nearly 40 percent: Study
- Feeding grazing cows seaweed can reduce their methane emissions by nearly 40 percent, according to researchers.
- A small amount of seaweed in cows' diets leads to substantial environmental benefits, as shown in the study.
- Methane emissions contribute significantly to climate change, making their reduction essential for sustainability.
- The research suggests innovative feed strategies are important for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions from livestock.
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Scientists find feeding grazing cattle seaweed cuts methane emissions
Is seaweed the answer to more climate-friendly cattle farming? A new study revealed feeding cows the ocean delicacy could cut the animals’ methane emissions by almost 40%. Researchers at University of California Davis found that giving grazing beef cattle seaweed pellets contributed to the plunge in emissions without impacting the health and weight of the cows. They divided 24 beef steers into groups, one that got the supplement and one that did…
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