SwedenThe animals will be DNA tested to find out which ones burp the least - then cows with a predisposition for low methane emissions will be bred.
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Arla cows given “methane-reducing supplements” – Brits call for boycott
EuropePublic anger at the dairy giant's decision to feed its animals preparations to make them fart and burp less - “for the sake of the climate”.
Hacker attack kills cow
TechThe automated milking system was attacked and animal health data could no longer be read.
Grazing rights may be eliminated
SwedenSwedish dairy cows may also be confined indoors during the summer.
Tockarp farm receives honorary mention for work with cows and calves
EnvironmentThe Swedish farm allows cows to be with their calves for several weeks after birth, something that is very uncommon today.
Study: 1500 cows to be kept inside for 18 months
EnvironmentTo provide a basis for justifying the abolition of grazing rights for cows in Sweden.
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