Animal Nutrition & Health

Bovaer®

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A proven solution for methane reduction

Bovaer® has a significant and immediate impact reducing the environmental footprint of beef and dairy products. The product has been approved as safe by numerous regulatory authorities worldwide. Feeding just a quarter of a teaspoon per head per day, reduces methane emissions by an average of 30% for dairy cattle and up to 45% for beef cattle.

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Bovaer® delivering a significant impact on CO2e reduction

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GLOBAL IMPACT

Estimated current savings in tons of CO2e*

By reducing methane emissions from cattle, farms using Bovaer® in their feed are making a measurable impact on climate change every day.

*The estimated savings presented on our website are calculated using various parameters, not based on actual measurements and only serve as an indicative figure. dsm-firmenich has used diligent care to ensure that the estimated savings are based on the latest available information and scientific insights, however, might fluctuate based on additional information and insights. dsm-firmenich makes no representation or warranty, either expressly or implied, of the accuracy, reliability, or completeness thereof. In no event shall dsm-firmenich be liable for any damages arising from or reliance upon, or use of, the estimated savings.

How it works

Microbes in the cow's rumen digest food, producing hydrogen and carbon dioxide. Methanogenic microbes utilise these two gases and convert them into methane by a series of enzyme reactions.

Bovaer® is a feed supplement that temporarily inactivates one of these enzymes and this results in lower methane production. Just a ¼ of a teaspoon per day is added to the cow’s feed and it takes effect in as little as 30 minutes. Afterwards, Bovaer® is broken down into compounds already naturally present in the rumen.

Naturally metabolised by the cow, Bovaer® consistently reduces methane emissions and is safe for the cow and is not transferred into milk or meat.

Proven safe and effective by more than 15 years of research:

Bovaer® is a tried and trusted solution. Intensively and rigorously tested, the product has undergone numerous regulatory approvals worldwide, which confirm it is safe for cows and humans.

Bovaer® is the most extensively studied and scientifically proven solution to the challenge of enteric methane to date — with more than 130 on-farms trials in 20 countries and more than 80 peer-reviewed scientific studies.

Bovaer® has been extensively used worldwide for more than 2 years:

Bovaer® has been used successfully and continuously on farms at commercial scale throughout the world.

Bovaer® is authorised and available for sale in over 65 countries, including the EU, UK, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan, and the US.

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* Status per September 2023. Trials with substantial number of animals are included in this overview.

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Bovaer® facts & figures

58.5%

of dairy GHG emissions come from enteric methane

30% - 45%

Bovaer® reduces methane emissions from dairy cattle by 30% and up to 45% for beef cattle, on average

10% - 15%

Reduction in the carbon footprint of dairy products​

An urgent focus on methane

Bovaer® is a feed additive that reduces enteric methane emissions, contributing to a significant and immediate reduction of the environmental footprint of meat, milk, and dairy products. On average, it reduces emissions by 30% from dairy cows and 45% from beef cattle.

More than 100 countries have recognized methane reduction as the single most effective strategy to keep the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 ̊C within reach. And there’s no time to lose. Rapidly reducing methane emissions can achieve near-term climate goals with additional benefits for public health and agricultural productivity.

Easy to handle on farm as any other feed additive

Bovaer® is safe to handle: farmers or feed mills can safely handle Bovaer® in the recommended application form and by following standard safety instructions in line with regular on-farm practices. This is similar for any other feed additives such as Vitamin A, as well as basic kitchen staples such as sugar, salt, and vinegar, when handled as pure / concentrated products.

Not all products are available in all markets nor associated claims allowed in all regions (including but not limited to USA and Canada).

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