Emission factors and carbon emissions of methane from enteric fermentation of cattle produced under different management systems in South Africa

Production of livestock is important for sustainability of human nutrition and overall livelihoods. Demand for livestock products is increasing due to the growing global human population. Cattle production plays an important role in South Africa’s socio-economics and largely benefits from vast rangelands available for grazing. Similarly, cattle and their management are significant emitters of greenhouse gases. Quantification of past cattle...