Methane is the main greenhouse gas produced in livestock production. That said, every day the agricultural sector works to reduce climate impact of livestock production. We've made incredible progress — like shrinking carbon footprint of a burger without shrinking beef supply. 🍔 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7XD2QM
UC Davis CLEAR Center
Research Services
Davis, CA 2,952 followers
Improving sustainability in animal agriculture.
About us
Simply put, we must better understand the role of agriculture in nourishing our world. At the same time, we need to know where to focus our attention for a healthy climate and environment. That is where the Clarity and Leadership for Environmental Awareness and Research Center – or CLEAR Center – comes in. The CLEAR Center is led by Dr. Frank Mitloehner and based in the Department of Animal Science, in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of California, Davis. The CLEAR Center uses its two cores, research and communications, to help animal agriculture operate more efficiently in order to meet the demands of a growing population and lessen its impact on the environment and climate. Research topics, among others, include quantifying and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions from livestock. Dr. Mitloehner is a UC Cooperative Extension specialist. UC Cooperative Extension is best described as a vast network of UC researchers and educators who work together to develop and provide science-based information to solve locally-relevant economic, agricultural, natural resource, youth development and nutrition issues. The CLEAR Center, while still building foundational support, is funded through State of California agencies, UC Davis, UCANR and philanthropy. Dr. Mitloehner’s position is funded through the University of California. He splits his time teaching, researching, and engaging with the public and animal agriculture sector as part of Cooperative Extension. The CLEAR Center received a philanthropic gift from Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), which is the public charity of the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA). IFEEDER is committed to furthering the industry’s commitment to environmental stewardship. IFEEDER’s support does not impact the CLEAR Center’s research.
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https://clear.ucdavis.edu/
External link for UC Davis CLEAR Center
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- Research Services
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- 2-10 employees
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- Davis, CA
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- 2018
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In our November Newsletter, we highlight events we've attended that are driving progress in sustainable agriculture through collaboration, innovation & shared solutions. 🤝 As always, a special message from our director, Dr. Frank Mitloehner on how attending industry events can help drive meaningful change. View it here: https://lnkd.in/gazyivNw
Big Ideas, Bigger Impact: How Events Drive Livestock Sustainability
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Japan 🇯🇵, with 4 million #beef and #dairy cattle, has given market approval for Bovaer®, feed additive that can reduce enteric methane emissions by 20-30 percent. 🐄 🐂 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gQ3f__G8
dsm-firmenich receives market authorization for methane-reducing feed additive Bovaer in Japan
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Another exciting opportunity just opened up at the UC Davis CLEAR Center! We're looking forward to adding another postdoctoral researcher to the team to help drive innovation in livestock sustainability. Applications are due by December 16. 🗓️ View on UC Davis Recruit: https://lnkd.in/gfxZq24c
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Last month we harvested 40 acres of corn for our upcoming feed study. Silage will make up a good portion of our #dairy cows' diet over the course of one and a half years, and has the energy and fiber needed to sustain cow health and productivity. 🌽 🐄 During this time, we will be feeding small amounts of Bovaer to 66 dairy #cattle over one full lactation period. We hope to get a better understanding on the impact it will have on emissions reductions, animal health and productivity. Learn more about our upcoming research projects funded through the California Department of Food and Agriculture's Livestock Enteric Methane Emission Reduction Research Program (LEMER-RP). 👇 https://lnkd.in/g82edabU
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“🌍 In its vision for a sustainable future, Frank Mitloehner (UC Davis CLEAR Center) highlights the importance of adopting sustainability initiatives. Its approach seeks to optimize production while minimizing environmental impact. 🌱 Frank invites us to implement more efficient and sustainable practices that not only benefit the planet, but also increase the profitability of producers. Through technological innovations and better management techniques, a balance between production and sustainability can be achieved.”
🌍 En su visión sobre un futuro sostenible, el Frank Mitloehner (UC Davis CLEAR Center) destaca la importancia de adoptar iniciativas de sostenibilidad. Su enfoque busca optimizar la producción mientras se minimiza el impacto ambiental. 🌱 Frank nos invita a implementar prácticas más eficientes y sostenibles que no solo beneficien al planeta, sino que también aumenten la rentabilidad de los productores. Mediante innovaciones tecnológicas y mejores técnicas de manejo, se puede lograr un balance entre producción y sostenibilidad. 👉 ¿Te interesa conocer más sobre su visión? Haz clic en nuestra página web: https://lnkd.in/dHtWV6F9 #ExpertosEnNutriciónAnimal
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Prop 12 education at UC Davis! 🐖 I was very happy to join this event and discuss the behavioral needs of sows in group pens.
Securing the future of pork production requires collaboration among pig farmers, researchers, and the public — especially the younger generation says, Dr. Frank Mitloehner, air quality specialist and director of the UC Davis CLEAR Center. 🗣 At California Swine Day, subject matter experts from across the pork supply chain gathered to explore #sustainable advancements in pig farming. Attendees were eager to hear from experts on topics ranging from pig nutrition and health to sow behavior, pork economics and the industry's environmental impact from National Pork Board's Chief Sustainability Officer, Jamie Burr, Dr. Nicki Humphrey from the California Department of Food and Agriculture, and researchers from University of California, Davis and Iowa State University. This event emphasized the importance of shared efforts to drive sustainability in #pig production that can benefit producers, consumers, and the planet. Thank you to Swine Facility Manager and President at California Pork Producers Association, Shelby Sopocy, for coordinating an eventful and fulfilling day. 🌍 🐷 Watch the full California Swine Day recap on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gev9vcsb
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I had a great time at the Sustainable Agriculture Summit and enjoyed seeing UC Davis CLEAR Center alumni. They’re absolute rockstars. The summit was very insightful and I really enjoyed hearing from the mix of producers and CPGs. Sebastian E. Mejia Turcios, PhD ; Samantha Werth, PhD ; Alice Rocha, PhD ; Carlyn Peterson, Ph.D, PAS. Ellen Lai
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One year ago today, we visited the UCANR Sierra Foothill Research & Extension Center to capture these beautiful shots of #cows and their calves. 📸 After calving season, the pair will stay on pasture for roughly 6 months, the average time it takes for a #calf to wean. 🐂 Learn more about how American cattle #ranchers put food on our tables and read our explainer which breaks down the U.S. #beef sector. 👇 https://lnkd.in/geJn88Bh
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