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New research method reveals significant reduction in carbon footprint of British pig farms

Envirotec Magazine

Globally, agricultural systems have come under pressure to reduce their carbon footprint and the UK government has set a target of ‘carbon neutral’ farming by 2050. for Global Warming Potential (commonly known as carbon footprint); 21.2% for Terrestrial Acidification Potential; 22.5% for Agricultural Land Use.

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Meat Industry Climate Claims – Criticisms and Concerns

DeSmogBlog

These come from deforestation, changes in soil carbon, methane emissions, emissions from fertilisers, manure, farm machinery, and animal feed production. A systematic review based on multiple studies concluded that emissions “differ considerably per diet, with a vegan diet having the lowest CO2eq production per 2000 kcal consumed.”