How Nutritional Strategies Can Help Reduce Methane Emissions
In recent years, the global focus on climate change and the resulting environmental impacts has shone a light on the detrimental effects of methane emissions from livestock. Scientists have found that reducing these emissions is possible through a combination of nutritional strategies and dietary supplements. In a new study published in Nature Communications, researchers have identified several ways to mitigate methane emissions from livestock and decrease their environmental impact.
The study, conducted by a team of international researchers, looked at a variety of dietary supplements, such as plant extracts, that could be added to the diet of the animals to reduce their methane production. The team found that adding certain plant extracts to the diet, such as linseed, garlic, and seaweed extracts, were effective in reducing methane production. In addition, the researchers also looked at the effects of adjusting the dietary composition of the animals, such as increasing the amount of fiber in their diets. They found that this too had a significant impact on reducing methane production.
These findings demonstrate how nutritional strategies can have a positive effect on reducing methane emissions from livestock. By implementing dietary changes and supplementing the animals’ diets with certain plant extracts, it is possible to reduce the environmental impact of methane emissions from livestock.
source: Phys.org