The California Department of Food and Agriculture has initiated the 2023 Livestock Enteric Methane Emission Reduction Research Program.
This program, according to a release from CDFA, targets enteric methane emissions, potent greenhouse gases released during the digestive processes of ruminant animals like cattle, sheep, and goats. These emissions were responsible for about 11 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2020, comprising about 35% of greenhouse gases within the agriculture and forestry sectors, the department noted.
“Addressing enteric methane emissions from livestock is key to slowing the rate of climate change,” John Tauzel, senior director of global agriculture methane from the Environmental Defense Fund, said in a CDFA release. “California’s investment in enteric emissions solutions is a leading example of how to support more resilient livestock systems and a healthier climate collectively.”
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The program will fund $9.5 million in trials to evaluate additives and dietary modifications to curb enteric methane emissions from livestock. These studies promise valuable insights into the impact of feed additives on animal well-being and environmental sustainability.
The program is offering competitive grants to universities, nonprofit research organizations, and California Native American Tribes. Eligible applicants who have advanced beyond the pre-proposal phase are encouraged to submit comprehensive proposals via email by the Nov. 1 deadline.
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