A recording of the Manure Management Webinar: “Measuring gas emission from farming with micrometeorological measuring techniques” is now available to view HERE.
Gaseous emissions from agriculture contribute significantly to greenhouse gas (GHG) and ammonia in the atmosphere, and climate change and pollution of aquatic ecosystems. The emission must be reduced and in the quest for low emission technologies and management methods, there is a need for accurate measurements of the emission. Reliable data from measurements and studies is needed for the development of emission models, low emission systems and for calculating the contribution of GHG to the atmosphere from farming. Three researchers with extensive experience in measuring gas emission from farming will present the great potential in the use of the micrometeorological methodology method, and pitfalls, understanding, and application of the use of it.
November 6, SINGAPORE/BRASÍLIA – Ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Belém, Brazil (COP30), the Global Methane Hub has launched a new globally coordinated research accelerator to fast-track innovations that reduce methane emissions from rice cultivation without compromising yields and profitability.
The Hub announced a $30 million commitment towards the Rice Methane Innovation Accelerator during Singapore International Agri-Food Week, and the Global Climate-Smart Agriculture Conference in Brasília, Brazil, in two countries where rice plays a significant role in diets.
To read more about this investment click HERE
AF4EU is a Horizon Europe project dedicated to promoting agroforestry across Europe through the creation of a multi-actor, interactive, and innovation-driven expanded agroforestry network, inspired by successful practical experiences.
This registration form allows you to enroll in the project’s final events, which will take place in Brussels on November 10–11, 2025. Inscriptions are open until November 6th.
To register please click HERE
On behalf of the African Climate Action Partnership (AfCAP) we cordially invite you to register for our upcoming webinar for our Rice Community of Practice (CoP) on “Overcoming barriers to climate-smart rice: exploring locally relevant implementation options”. This engaging session will bring together agricultural experts, policymakers, researchers, and development practitioners to address the challenges of implementing climate-smart rice practices in regions where adoption has been limited.
The webinar will explore key barriers to implementation, showcase innovative and low-cost strategies that are locally adaptable, and offer actionable recommendations to strengthen enabling environments and build capacity for sustainable rice production. Through expert presentations, regional case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will gain valuable insights into advancing climate resilience in rice systems.
Event Details :
Title: Overcoming barriers to climate-smart rice: exploring locally relevant implementation options
When: 11th November 2025
Time: 11:00 SAST / 12:00 EAT / 10:00 WAT
Where: Via Zoom
We’re pleased to let you know that new materials from the new Zealand Climate Smart Agriculture Initiative are now available on the website. These resources focus on livestock greenhouse gas measurement and may be useful to your work or to others in your networks.
You’ll find the new content under the Livestock Emissions Measurement section, located within the Livestock Research Group → Collaborative Activities. This page brings together practical information on key measurement methods including respiration chambers, the SF6 tracer technique, headbox systems, and the Greenfeed emission monitor.
Under this section, two new technical pages have been added:
- Headbox Respiration Systems – includes documents such as Headbox Best Practice and Headbox Troubleshooting Advice, along with a YouTube playlist covering design and operation, developed for the international workshop hosted in Cambodia’s Royal University of Agriculture in 2025.
- Greenfeed Emission Monitor – features training videos from the workshop on Quality Assurance for Greenfeed Users held at the University of Los Baños – Dairy Training and Research Institute. This workshop was jointly led by the Philippine and Vietnam Greenhouse Gas Measurement Hubs, with support from the New Zealand Government and the University of California, Davis.
A series of 4 engaging online workshops exploring innovative research and practices for soil health, carbon sequestration, and sustainable land management.
Hear from experts around the world sharing cutting edge insights and practical approaches.
First webinar : Carbon sequestration potential in Agricultural Soils– Click HERE for recording.
Second webinar : Advances in Spectroscopy and Analytical Approaches for Characterizing Soil Organic Carbon – Click HERE for recording.
Third webinar : -Boosting Soil Organic Carbon accrual: Agroforestry on Grasslands of Uruguay, Germany and New Zealand Recording to follow
Fourth webinar : Peatlands and Greenhouse Gases: Insights and Mitigation Pathways from New Zealand, South Africa, and Germany – Recording to follow
Details about the panel session hosted by the Indigenous Research Network at the United Nations GA80 Science Summit 2025. This session focused on indigenous led approaches to developing food systems that are resilient, diverse, collaborative, and sustainable in the face of climate change. There were representatives from 20 countries in attendance including: Argentina, Bermuda, Brazil, Cameroon, Canada, Colombia, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Ghana, Kenya, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Peru, Romania, Samoa, Switzerland, The United States, and Uganda.
Below is an article on the safety of bromoform published in the Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology Journal this week. See the citation and abstract below.
.J. Cressey, A. Gautam, A.J. Pearson, J. Fowles, P. Tyagi, C.T. Eason,
Toxicology of bromoform, a natural constituent of the seaweed Asparagopsis spp. used to inhibit methanogenesis in cattle, suggests negligible risks to humans,
Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology,
2025,
105937,
ISSN 0273-2300,
Abstract: The red seaweeds, Asparagopsis taxiformis and A. armata inhibit methane production in ruminants, considered to be mediated by bromoform. This review examines the toxicology, metabolism, epidemiology and pharmacology of bromoform. IARC concludes bromoform is not classifiable as a carcinogen to humans, whereas the US EPA classifies it as a probable human carcinogen based on a low incidence of intestinal tumours in female rats given high gavage doses chronically. Under the same conditions, mice exhibited no tumours, suggesting that tumour formation is secondary to localised cytotoxicity. While there is some in vitro evidence of mutagenic potential for bromoform, likely via a metabolic pathway involving GSTT-1, this pathway is unlikely to be relevant at low doses. The human evidence, from drinking water disinfection by-product studies, is inconclusive. While some residue studies find bromoform in milk, the concentrations approach background levels and pose no significant cancer risk. The collective implication of these findings is that bromoform, as an environmental inhibitor, does not pose a significant risk. A precautionary approach would ensure that bromoform intake does not exceed the capacity for rumen degradation such that concentrations of residues in tissues and milk and consequent dietary exposure are minimised and below relevant health-based guidance values.
Keywords: Methane inhibitor; Bromoform; Cancer; Genotoxicity
Click HERE for Article
Hear from technical experts how MiLCA supports credible, science-based integration of mitigation technologies into lifecycle assessment
13 August recording – Click HERE
The Ag Emissions Centre is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support a multi-country science team, report and deliver the project on time, and within budget.
The CH4IEF project (Methane Inhibition and Electron Flow) is a groundbreaking animal trial exploring the long-term use of methane inhibitors in ruminants – uncovering their effects on native microbial communities and advancing the science behind methane production and its connection to animal productivity. You’ll be working with a global science team and helping uncover new pioneering insights.
Key responsibilities:
• Support planning and timely delivery of research activities
• Implement effective budget monitoring and control
• Coordinate high-quality reporting to funders
• Ensure robust documentation, data storage, and archiving
• Lead internal/external communication and info-sharing
Learn more here:
LINK >> https://www.gets.govt.nz/MPI/ExternalTenderDetails.htm?id=32232258
Feel free to share with your networks or tag someone who’d be a great fit!
Today marks the release of the MiLCA Protocol, a new framework that offers clear and science-based guidelines to support the dairy and broader agricultural sectors in evaluating and reporting on emission-reducing technologies. This includes innovations such as methane-inhibiting feed additives, which served as the proof-of-concept technologies in developing the protocol.
For further information please download the full press release below.
Hear how AgriZeroNZ is turning innovation into action for low emissions agriculture in our upcoming webinar
We are partnering with AgriZeroNZ to give you access to the latest info on their portfolio of investments to provide farmers with a range of tools to reduce emissions without compromising productivity and profitability.
AgriZeroNZ is scanning the world for solutions to reduce biogenic methane and nitrous oxide emissions from ruminant animals and investing in a portfolio of innovative ventures and projects with a shared commitment to helping farmers lead the worldwide advancement of low emissions pasture-based farming.
David Macdonald (Head of Ventures) and Deborah Roche (Head of Catalyst) will present an overview of the current state of play of their investment portfolios. Plus, provide an outline of the flexible combination of funding, strategic advice and market access that AgriZeroNZ offer to accelerate the development and deployment of solutions.
This webinar is part of the 2025 State of Science webinar series and a collaborative effort between the Ag Emissions Centre and AgriZeroNZ.
Don’t miss the chance to gain valuable knowledge from active investors in the field.
This webinar is part of the 2025 NZAGRC State of the Science webinar series and is a collaborative effort between the Ag Emissions Centre and AgriZeroNZ.
Tuesday 15th July 2025, 9.00am to 10.00am NZT
Who should participate?
This webinar is relevant to researchers, farmers, rural professionals, policy advisors and anyone else involved or interested in efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from New Zealand and Ireland’s primary sector.