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Management options to reduce carbon footprint of livestock products

University of Aarhus
Book / Report | Free | Dec 21, 2014
Livestock products carry a large carbon footprint compared with other foods, and thus there is a need to focus on how to reduce it. The major contributing factors are emissions related to feed use and manure handling as well as the nature of the land required to produce the feed in question. We can conclude that the most important mitigation options include:

  • better feed conversion at the system level,
  • use of feeds that increase soil carbon sequestration versus carbon emission,
  • ensure that the manure produced substitutes for synthetic fertilizer, and
  • use manure for bio-energy production.
Basically, it is important to make sure that all beneficial interactions in the livestock system are optimized instead of focusing only on animal productivity. There is an urgent need to arrive at a sound framework for considering the interaction between land use and carbon footprints of foods.

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Jana Zejbech
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This article really highlights how much impact livestock products have on our environment. It makes sense that emissions from feed, manure, and land use play a big role in the carbon footprint. For clinics like ModernVet in Dubai, focusing on sustainable animal care practices could help, such as promoting diets that improve feed efficiency and reduce waste. Using manure effectively, either as fertilizer replacement or for bio-energy, is another practical step. I think it’s important for pet and livestock owners to understand how their choices affect the planet. ModernVet could also educate clients on eco-friendly feeding and waste management practices. In case of urgent issues with animals, it’s reassuring to know there’s an emergency vet Dubai ready to help. Overall, combining animal health with environmental awareness seems like a smart approach for any veterinary clinic.

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