PREPARE FOR CARBON CREDITS IN SOUTH AFRICA.

This article discusses the concept of carbon credits in South Africa and how they relate to the dairy industry. It explains that global warming is caused by the production and emission of greenhouse gases, and identifies the seven main greenhouse gases. While ruminant livestock, such as cows, do produce methane emissions, they are not the leading cause of global warming. The article also provides suggestions for dairy farmers to reduce their carbon footprint, such as maintaining good herd management and improving the quality of forage. Additionally, it mentions ongoing research at Stellenbosch University on the use of agro-industrial by-products in dairy rations to reduce methane emissions. [Extracted from the article]