Reducing Carbon Emissions Resulting from Livestock Production Using Ruminants： A Review

摘要

Greenhouse gas emissions are increasing every year and their effect on the environment is becoming increasingly serious. In 2009, the concentration of carbon dioxide in the earth’s atmosphere reached 387 μL/L, the highest level in recorded history. This paper summarizes the global carbon emission situation, sources of greenhouse gases, and the contribution of agriculture to the accumulation of greenhouse gases. Several scientific measures are proposed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions resulting from ruminant production such as improving animal performance, regulating the rumen environment, and reducing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted from livestock manure.