Managing livestock properly to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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Extract from the article: Livestock farming is responsible for almost 14.5% of man-made greenhouse gas emissions linked to climate change. Most of these emissions come from the beef and dairy sectors, accounting for 41% and 20% respectively. As incomes and populations continu

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Livestock farming is responsible for almost 14.5% of man-made greenhouse gas emissions linked to climate change. Most of these emissions come from the beef and dairy sectors, accounting for 41% and 20% respectively. As incomes and populations continue to grow, demand for animal products will increase in the coming years, highlighting the importance of reducing emissions from the livestock sector. Reducing GHG emissions from livestock requires a huge amount of work. Using better quality fodder is likely to reduce emissions from enteric fermentation and manure.

By adopting more efficient methods of animal husbandry and animal health, it is possible to improve productivity and reduce emissions from ‘unproductive’ herds, while contributing to food security and poverty alleviation and reducing environmental impact. Manure management methods that aim to recover and recycle nutrients can also play a major role and will normally result in increased productivity and income.

Jean ELI