New study reveals emissions benefits of moorland grazing

A project has brought together farmers and scientists to better understand how forage type, landscape and traditional sheep breeds influence the environmental footprint of upland sheep farming

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A new study looking at the environmental benefits of grazing patterns has been published
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A new study looking at the environmental benefits of grazing patterns has been published

Moorland grazing sheep emit lower levels of both methane and carbon dioxide than those grazing improved grassland lower down in the valley, according to a new study. The findings from Forage for CH4nge,...

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