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Has the climate impact of grass-fed cattle been overestimated?

Scientists have shown that direct emissions of a powerful greenhouse gas from certain pasture types are lower than previously thought - meaning the climate impact of grass-fed cattle herds may be overestimated.

Katie Jones
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Has the climate impact of grass-fed cattle been overestimated?

Scientists have shown that direct emissions of a powerful greenhouse gas from certain pasture types are lower than previously thought - meaning the climate impact of grass-fed cattle herds may be overestimated....

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