During this conversation with Professor Jason Rowntree, Katie Evans explores the complex relationship between beef production, grazing systems, and their impact on climate change. They discuss the practices within livestock systems that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and explore strategies for mitigating these emissions without sacrificing food production. The dialogue extends to the integration of sustainable and climate-resilient farming practices, emphasising the role of different grazing systems in improving soil carbon storage. Throughout the discussion, they discuss the challenge of striking a balance between food production and environmental sustainability within the pressing issues of climate change.
Resources:
Great Soils: ahdb.org.uk/GREATsoils
Forage for Knowledge Articles: ahdb.org.uk/forage-for-knowle...
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AHDB is a statutory levy board. Our purpose is to be a critical enabler, to positively influence outcomes, allowing farmers, growers and others in the supply chain to be competitive, successful and share good practice. We equip levy payers with easy to use products, tools and services to help them make informed decisions and improve business performance. Established in 2008 and classified as a Non-Departmental Public Body, AHDB supports the following industries: meat and livestock (Beef, Lamb and Pork) in England; Dairy in Great Britain; and Cereals and Oilseeds in the UK. For further information visit www.ahdb.org.uk