FutureFeed

FutureFeed is pleased to be presenting at Seagriculture Asia-Pacific 2025

*Webinar recording now available* In last week's webinar, FutureFeed Chief Scientist Dr Rob Kinley, CEO Alex Baker and Research Manager Breanna Roque, PhD spoke about our recent study on the productivity improvements from Asparagopsis in commercial feedlots. The webinar provided an opportunity to understand the significance of our latest findings and the benefits of Asparagopsis. Our new study - the largest of its kind in Australia - was able to record feed use efficiency gains of 7.4%. We have made the recording available on our website here: https://lnkd.in/gFwDCdr3   #Asparagopsis #SustainableAgriculture #Feedlots #methane #ch4

FutureFeed was born from the discovery that Asparagopsis seaweed has the potential to dramatically reduce methane emissions from ruminant livestock such as cattle and sheep. You might not realise that agriculture scientists have known since the 1960s that a reduction in methane production can lead to feed efficiencies for cattle, as the energy taken to produce methane is redirected into weight gain. Initially, science was focused on breeding more feed efficient cattle. Eventually various supplements for the cattle's diet were considered. However, a decade ago we saw a major leap forward, when scientists realised that Asparagopsis could reduce methane production almost entirely, in a lab setting. This science was then proven in trials with cattle, showing 80% methane reductions and more. Since "spinning off" from CSIRO in 2020, FutureFeed has continued the crucial, peer-reviewed research necessary to pave the way for the world's most effective enteric methane-reduction tool. These six decades of science have culminated in the our newest peer reviewed publication, confirming 7.4% feed efficiencies for beef feedlot cattle consuming Asparagopsis. Feed efficiency reduces the cost of feed, making Asparagopsis a commercial proposition, as well as an environmental one. Read our latest peer reviewed research: https://lnkd.in/gHnrrzps #FutureFeed #Asparagopsis #Agriculture #CarbonReduction #SustainableSolutions

FutureFeed invites you to join Chief Scientist Dr Rob Kinley and CEO Alex Baker in a live webinar about our recent study on the productivity improvements from Asparagopsis in commercial feedlots. Date: Thursday, 31 October Time: 2:00pm AEST, 3:00pm AEDT Register here: https://lnkd.in/gAmDyKm5 The webinar provides an opportunity to understand the significance of our latest findings and the benefits of Asparagopsis. #Asparagopsis #MethaneReduction #BeefIndustry

We’ve had a great couple of days with the feedlot industry at BeefEx 2024. It's been the perfect place for us to discuss the material methane abatement and productivity gains achieved with Asparagopsis. Our most recent peer reviewed research, conducted in a commercial feedlot setting, proved the 7.4% productivity gains we’d observed for a long time in Asparagopsis trials. Cows consuming this seaweed reach their target weight with less feed. This is largely because the energy required for methane production is avoided. Thank you to Beef Central for your story on our research. And thank you to Australian Lot Feeders' Association for another terrific industry get together. Read Beef Central's coverage here: https://lnkd.in/guguKxae   #BeefEx2024 #BeefEx #FutureFeed

Our new Asparagopsis research has once again demonstrated that it is not only the world’s most effective enteric methane reduction solution but that it can also drive significant productivity gains for cattle producers. The study was the largest of its kind in Australia, and with a focus on productivity improvements in commercial feedlot settings it was able to record feed use efficiency gains of 7.4%. In addition to the productivity gains the study also found: 🐮 Feed expenses and cost of weight gain reduced $0.35/head/day and $0.23/kg respectively, in steers receiving Asp-Oil. 🐮 There is no effect on food quality, safety, or animal welfare. 🐮 Carcass grading, meat eating quality and food safety were not affected by Asp-Oil, and residues of Asparagopsis were not detected in any food product. Feed solutions like this can help Australian agriculture to be part of the climate solution, and the goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 43% below 2005 levels by 2030. You can read the FutureFeed N15 press release: https://lnkd.in/g-a6TvFU #FutureFeed #Asparagopsis #Feedlot #MethaneReduction

New peer reviewed study 📖 The bromoform found in Asparagopsis is well known for its anti-methanogenic properties in ruminant animals such as cattle. So why not just use a synthetic or extracted bromoform supplement? According to a new peer reviewed study (Ahmed et al, 2024), Asparagopsis seaweed is far more powerful.   The in vitro research demonstrated that other bioactive compounds found in Asparagopsis biomass contribute significantly to its world-leading methane-busting efficacy. Asparagopsis biomass was shown to be 36 - 40% greater in its anti-methanogenic efficacy than that of bromoform alone. Read our science summary here: https://lnkd.in/gHE9fbme #Asparagopsis #MethaneReduction #SustainableFarming #Seaweed CH4Global

FutureFeed is exhibiting at https://www.beefex.com.au/ to meet up with Australian producers and industry at BeefEx 2024 on 15-17 October in Brisbane. 🤠 🐮 🥩 We look forward to updating industry on the latest Asparagopsis scientific studies and generally discussing sustainability and methane emission reduction initiatives. If you are attending BeefEx, please drop by for a chat.  🙋♂️

Methane-busting feed supplements are beginning to scale. With the burps of ruminant animals (predominantly cattle) being one of the leading sources of methane emissions, many innovative startups and academics have explored different solutions which can take significant time and investment to hit the market. More than 150 countries have committed to reducing methane by 2030 and are seeking immediate decarbonisation solutions. Asparagopsis has become a popular enteric methane reduction strategy, with many of our licensees demonstrating its effectiveness and scalability. However, to drive widespread adoption, more funding is required to improve its accessibility to farmers and producers. Elaine Watson from AgFunder News recently caught up with some of FutureFeed's licensees to discuss this important topic. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g53d6jnF #Asparagopsis #MethaneReduction #SustainableSolutions #FarmManagement #Decarbonisation

For decades, we've predominantly studied the effects of Asparagopsis on reducing methane in cattle. However, did you know there are several notable studies exploring its ability to lower methane emissions in other ruminant animals including sheep and goats? Check out some of these peer-reviewed studies on our science page: https://lnkd.in/eJbA5X62 #Asparagopsis #MethaneReduction #SustainableFarming #FarmManagement