DOI: 10.11118/978-80-7701-093-1-0176

METHANE INDEX FOR GRASS SILAGES: A STANDARDIZED TOOL FOR BENCHMARKNG METHANE EMISSIONS GLOBALLY

Jacobs, A.¹, Klein Koerkamp, D.¹, Fabri, B.¹

¹ Eurofins Agro Testing Competence Centre, Binnenhaven 5, 6709 PD Wageningen, the Netherlands

Methane is a significant environmental concern in agriculture worldwide, contributing to climate change. Governments globally are addressing this issue; for instance, in 2022, the Dutch Government introduced a National Methane Strategy to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels.1 The agricultural sector, responsible for a large share of methane (CH₄) emissions, up to 78%.2  Measures like feed additives, optimized livestock diets, and advancements in breeding are being implemented to create a more sustainable sector. This study observed significant differences in methane emissions between years and seasons, prompting the creation of a Methane Index by Eurofins Agro. This Index benchmarks methane emissions in grass silages worldwide. This innovative tool supports promotes environmental sustainability in agriculture.

pages: 176-177, Published: 2026, online: 2026