
Straw Management: A Strategic Decision for Soil Health
Recent research underscores the benefits of leaving straw residue post-harvest, highlighting improvements in erosion control and soil moisture retention .
The ongoing debate over the impact of the animal agriculture communities on greenhouse gas emissions is nothing new. Cows have been condemned for climate change effects time and time again – oftentimes unfairly with overstated figures and exaggerated claims. But even now, as anti-animal agriculture activists rally this cause as an excuse to reduce or even eliminate the consumption of meat, milk, poultry, and eggs, farmers and ranchers have countered their claims with a continued commitment and action toward reaching solutions. Enter: carbon sequestration.
HOW MUCH DO LIVESTOCK CONTRIBUTE TO CARBON EMISSIONS?
The fact is animal agriculture does contribute to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, just not as much as critics want you to believe. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, agriculture accounts for less than 10% of U.S. GHG emissions, while livestock production is only 4%. As a direct result of the farming and ranching communities’ unparalleled dedication to stewardship and commitment to conserving natural resources, American dairy and beef production only contributes around 3.3% of all U.S. GHG emissions.
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Recent research underscores the benefits of leaving straw residue post-harvest, highlighting improvements in erosion control and soil moisture retention .
Wheat growers in the Pacific Northwest may have reason for optimism this year—WSU is forecasting a quiet season for stripe rust.
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