Canada: Canada Announces First Cattle Methane Emission Reduction Protocol

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Canada: Canada Announces First Cattle Methane Emission Reduction Protocol
Canada proposes a draft protocol, under its Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System Regulations, to incentivise feedlot operators implement changes to reduce enteric methane emissions from beef cattle, and to generate carbon offset credits. Comments on the draft protocol are accepted until February 6, 2024, with a final protocol expected to be published in summer 2024.
Production & Sustainability, Climate
Western Hemisphere, Canada
Dairy, Livestock and Poultry

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