Agrifood & Climate Tech Venture Capital: Investor, mentor, tech scouter, strategy builder.
Agrifood Innovation gets we excited, when there is a convergence of market needs and scientific breakthroughs. University of California, Davis scientists, in collaboration with University of California, Berkeley, are at the forefront of a groundbreaking initiative: using #CRISPR technology to edit the gut microbes of cattle, thereby reducing methane emissions. 🔬 High-Risk, High-Reward: This cutting-edge approach has the potential to achieve significant reductions in methane emissions, promoting more sustainable livestock farming practices. 🤝 Interdisciplinary Collaboration: This project unites leading experts in genomics and microbiology, demonstrating the power of collaborative efforts in addressing global challenges. ⏳ Challenges Ahead: While the promise is immense, practical questions remain. Who will bear the cost? Without subsidies or carbon credit schemes, implementation could be prohibitively expensive for farmers. Nevertheless, the growing demand for sustainable practices, exemplified by countries like Denmark and New Zealand introducing carbon taxes on livestock, underscores the urgency of this research. #Sustainability #ClimateChange #Agriculture #CRISPR #MethaneReduction #Innovation Ermias Kebreab https://lnkd.in/dWVDvHSS,
