Animal health to underpin livestock sector in achieving net zero

Animal health and welfare has been identified by the Moredun Research Institute as key to the livestock sector achieving its net zero targets, with emphasis on improved reproductive performance and control of endemic diseases

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Good animal health and welfare could allow the full benefits of methane mitigation interventions for sheep and cattle, such as feed additives and genetics to be realised.
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Good animal health and welfare could allow the full benefits of methane mitigation interventions for sheep and cattle, such as feed additives and genetics to be realised.

Today's livestock sector is facing significant challenges with the need to mitigate climate change, adapt to changing payment schemes and improve biodiversity, all while protecting food security. In...

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