Startups such as PinkSea, Seabed Biochemicals, and Ocean Harvest Technology are making strides, piloting, or awaiting regulatory clearance to commercialize products derived from the pink variety of seaweed, potentially mitigating methane emissions. Despite varying approaches from different organizations, a concerted effort is being made to address the challenge in a more sustainable manner by exploring innovative solutions within the cattle’s gastrointestinal system.
The success of such products in attracting cattle farmers’ attention remains uncertain. While promoting Bovaer in the US, farmers can potentially generate greenhouse gas credits, which certain corporations may acquire voluntarily to reduce their corporate climate footprint on carbon markets. While Rumin8 suggests that cattle taking dietary supplements might yield increased meat and milk production.
Despite their efforts, the components fail to fully rectify the issue. To mitigate their environmental impact, the cattle industry needs to adopt various key strategies that address local climate emissions, such as ceasing land-grabbing in carbon-rich forests and preserving natural habitats. To have a meaningful impact on demand, food companies must innovate by creating more affordable, sustainable, and diverse products, such as plant-based burgers and dairy alternatives.
However, methane-reducing dietary supplements increasingly seem poised to address a substantial portion of the massive issue.
