13 semi-finalists tackle methane reduction in cattle
The progress of 13 semi-finalists in the Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge were recently highlighted by the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, recently highlighted.
Innovations include feed additives, animal management systems, and grazing approaches. Each semi-finalist has received $153,846 to develop prototypes with potential future funding of up to $230,000.
This initiative, launched in November 2023, offers a $12-million fund to foster solutions that reduce methane emissions from cattle, a significant source of greenhouse gases.
The semi-finalists bring a variety of solutions across different aspects of cattle farming:
The innovators cover various sectors within agriculture:
Minister MacAulay praised the semi-finalists, stating, "The Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge is bringing together innovators from right across the country who have new ideas about how to reduce agricultural methane emissions. I would like to congratulate all of the semi-finalists and wish them luck as they compete in the next phase of the Challenge.”
This initiative is part of Canada's broader commitment to reducing methane emissions and promoting sustainable practices within the agriculture sector, aligning with global environmental goals and fostering a sustainable future.