Did you know that 1/3 of New Zealand's greenhouse gases come from animals? It's hard to believe but it's true.
Apparently scientists are trying to reduce methane output by eliminating methane-producing microbes which can be found in a cow's rumen (part of their digestive system). A couple of strategies discussed include genetically engineering the microbes so they stop producing methane, or changing animals' feed.
Check out this article to read more and to listen to NPR's broadcast on this story.
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