Heritability and genetic correlations between enteric methane production and concentration recorded by GreenFeed and sniffers on dairy cows

Breukelen, A.E. van; Aldridge, M.N.; Veerkamp, R.F.; Koning, L.; Šebek, L.B.J.; Haas, Y. de

doi:10.3168/jds.2022-22735

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“…Anaerobic conditions in manure storage systems boost methanogenic bacteria activity, resulting in methane production [2,25].…”

Section: Methane Production In the Livestock Industry Methane Emissio...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Advances in Methane Emission Estimation in Livestock: A Review of Data Collection Methods, Model Development and the Role of AI Technologies

Ghassemi Nejad,

Ju,

et al. 2024

Animals

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This review examines the significant role of methane emissions in the livestock industry, with a focus on cattle and their substantial impact on climate change. It highlights the importance of accurate measurement and management techniques for methane, a potent greenhouse gas accounting for 14–16% of global emissions. The study evaluates both conventional and AI-driven methods for detecting methane emissions from livestock, particularly emphasizing cattle contributions, and the need for region-specific formulas. Sections cover livestock methane emissions, the potential of AI technology, data collection issues, methane’s significance in carbon credit schemes, and current research and innovation. The review emphasizes the critical role of accurate measurement and estimation methods for effective climate change mitigation and reducing methane emissions from livestock operations. Overall, it provides a comprehensive overview of methane emissions in the livestock industry by synthesizing existing research and literature, aiming to improve knowledge and methods for mitigating climate change. Livestock-generated methane, especially from cattle, is highlighted as a crucial factor in climate change, and the review underscores the importance of integrating precise measurement and estimation techniques for effective mitigation.

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“…Anaerobic conditions in manure storage systems boost methanogenic bacteria activity, resulting in methane production [2,25].…”

Section: Methane Production In the Livestock Industry Methane Emissio...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Advances in Methane Emission Estimation in Livestock: A Review of Data Collection Methods, Model Development and the Role of AI Technologies

Ghassemi Nejad,

Ju,

et al. 2024

Animals

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Effect of cubicle hood system on methane concentrations around the lying area in cold climate dairy cattle buildings

Tabase,

Næss,

Larring

2024

Environmental Advances

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Use of methane production data for genetic prediction in beef cattle: A review

Dressler,

Bormann,

Weaber

et al. 2024

Translational Animal Science

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Methane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas that is produced and emitted from ruminant animals through enteric fermentation. Methane production from cattle has an environmental impact and is an energetic inefficiency. In the beef industry, CH4 production from enteric fermentation impacts all three pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and economic. A variety of factors influence the quantity of CH4 produced during enteric fermentation, including characteristics of the rumen and feed composition. There are several methodologies available to either quantify or estimate CH4 production from cattle, all with distinct advantages and disadvantages. Methodologies include respiration calorimetry, the sulfur-hexafluoride tracer technique, infrared spectroscopy, prediction models, and the GreenFeed system. Published studies assess the accuracy of the various methodologies and compare estimates from different methods. There are advantages and disadvantages of each technology as they relate to the use of these phenotypes in genetic evaluation systems. Heritability and variance components of CH4 production have been estimated using the different CH4 quantification methods. Agreement in both amount of CH4 emitted and heritability estimates of CH4 emissions between various measurement methodologies varies in literature. Using greenhouse gas traits in selection indices along with relevant output traits could provide producers with a tool to make selection decisions on environmental sustainability while also considering productivity. The objective of this review was to discuss factors that influence CH4 production, methods to quantify CH4 production for genetic evaluation, and genetic parameters of CH4 production in beef cattle.

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Heritability and genetic correlations between enteric methane production and concentration recorded by GreenFeed and sniffers on dairy cows

Cited by 6 publications

References 39 publications

Advances in Methane Emission Estimation in Livestock: A Review of Data Collection Methods, Model Development and the Role of AI Technologies

Advances in Methane Emission Estimation in Livestock: A Review of Data Collection Methods, Model Development and the Role of AI Technologies

Effect of cubicle hood system on methane concentrations around the lying area in cold climate dairy cattle buildings

Use of methane production data for genetic prediction in beef cattle: A review

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