Enhancing sustainability outlook of livestock feed additives production and use: An integrated and model-based approach

Considering the challenge of feeding a growing population, with an increase in the demand for more animal-source foods, efficient use of resources will be essential. Livestock and aquaculture are major contributors to climate change, being responsible for 14.5% of the global greenhouse gas emissions in addition to nutrient losses, leading to water contamination. However, feed additives have been identified as potential pathway to decrease the environmental impact of animal production, in addition to contributing to food safety and animal health. This project aims to quantify the current environmental implications of the production and use of specific feed additives. It will also identify areas in the production process or use phase when improvement could be achieved and quantify the environmental and economic implications of such improvement pathways. Overall, this project will provide data/evidence for strategic sustainability decisions and models that are applicable to other livestock production systems.

Faculty Supervisor:

Ebenezer Miezah Kwofie

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Partner:

JEFO Nutrition

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

McGill University

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