Australian ‘super seaweed’ supplement to reduce cattle gas emissions wins international prize

A seaweed-based cattle feed that dramatically reduces methane emissions in beef and dairy cattle, outlined by research body CSIRO, has won the largest monetary reward on the global food stage - the Food Planet Prize.  FutureFeed’s offering was recognised due to its dramatic methane-reduction capability for cattle and sheep, which will yield significant climate and environmental benefits if adopted on a broad scale.  The award also recognises the economic potential of seaweed farming, which could provide new livelihoods to coastal communities across Australia. Read the full article reported in farmingonline.com.au