Key differences in the microbiome composition of dairy cows offer an insight into why some animals produce less methane than others, paving the way for advancements in animal breeding.
The San Diego-based firm says its feed supplement can redirect methane-generating carbon in cow’s rumen into compounds that can be used as energy by the animal to produce more milk with a lower environmental footprint.
Calm feed prices in Mexico are granting producers the opportunity to expand production and exports, while cattle and swine producers improve their genetic stock.
Global demand is expected to remain high for beef, especially from China, even as the US sees limited production increases and export market competition from South America, say analysts.
Despite talk of the development of an early stage deal between the US and China, feed and agricultural industry members await more concrete details of the potential impact for their sectors.
Interest in boosting efficiency in cattle production and labor challenges are changing the the role grow yards play for cattle feed yards, says industry analyst.