Cargill announced it gave Colorado State University’s AgNext research program a $1 million grant for research into reducing enteric methane emissions from feedlot cattle.
The research aims to assess the impact of various ingredients and additives in cattle diets on enteric methane emissions in beef steers fed typical finishing rations. It will also investigate whether combining these ingredients and additives can achieve further methane reduction.
“Cargill is committed to working with researchers, farmers and ranchers to advance creative sustainability ideas and accelerate best-in-class conservation practices within the industry,” said Eliza Clark, Cargill Protein & Salt Sustainability leader. “The knowledge generated from this innovative research will pave the way for testing new technologies in cattle feeding and continue to improve the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the beef supply chain.”
