Essential Oils for Methane Reduction
Essential oils have long been used in perfumes, skincare, and aromatherapy.
Researcher Ehsan Parand at Wageningen Livestock Research is exploring how aromatic plant extracts can help reduce greenhouse-gas emissions from livestock.
Methane from ruminant animals, such as cows and sheep, is a significant contributor to agricultural greenhouse-gas emissions, making it a target for reduction in global climate strategies.
Nutritional innovations, including adding essential oils to livestock feed, are expected to play a key role in achieving future emission goals.
Aromatic plant extracts might be added to livestock feed to help mitigate methane emissions.
Author's summary: Essential oils may reduce methane emissions from livestock.
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