Ireland seeks algae to reduce methane from cows

게시됨 2021년 11월 23일

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An initiative in Ireland is exploring the use of seaweed to feed cattle and sheep, with the goal of reducing methane emissions. The project is part of a larger effort to find new markets for Ireland's growing seaweed harvesting industry and to revive traditional practices. Researchers have tested around 20 species of algae and plan to use native algae for this purpose, despite the challenges in increasing production of the effective algae type, Asparagopsis. The Irish government emphasizes that these reductions will not be a miraculous solution but can significantly contribute to emissions mitigation. The project aims to integrate seaweed additives into Ireland's pasture-based farming system and garner support from agricultural groups and politicians, aligning with Ireland's target to reduce global methane production by 30% by 2030.

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Scientists in Ireland are searching the west coast for seaweed to feed cattle and sheep after research showed it could prevent them from exhaling so much methane. According to an article published by Reuters, the project is tapping into the country's growing seaweed harvesting industry, seeking new markets as it revives centuries-old traditions. (Read: They create a supplement that not only reduces methane but also generates income for farmers) But some are skeptical that seaweed feed additives could circumvent the need to reverse an increase in Irish cattle numbers if the country wants to deduct Europe's largest per capita methane production by 2030. The note explains that researchers have tested around 20 species of algae, most from the Atlantic coast of Ireland. Project partners have collected dozens more in Norway, Canada, Sweden, Germany and the UK. Scientists from the United States and Australia have already demonstrated dramatic methane-reducing qualities of one type of ...

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