This programme contributed to SLMACC Theme 2, Agriculture: “methane from ruminant animals and soils”. The project aims to determine if long-term hydrogen (H2) accumulation in the rumen, when rumen methanogens are directly inhibited, will have negative effects on rumen function and consequently animal performance. This knowledge needs to be established before mitigation strategies such as vaccination and small molecule inhibitors can be applied on farm. These technologies, currently being developed in PGgRc-funded programs¸ are especially suitable for NZ pasture based systems and removing potential barriers to their adoption will be of major benefit for reducing CH4 emissions.
Framework & Milestone report – H2 management in the rumen – Final report
Type
Technical paper
Subjects
News & Resources, Publications, Protection & Response, Farming, Sustainable Land Management & Climate Change (SLMACC) Research Programme, Forestry
Published
Last updated
ISBN Online
978-1-77665-884-8