Research Program 2

Towards Methane-Free Cattle and Sheep

Purpose

Providing the genetic, nutrition and rumen microbial manipulation solutions, and quantification required to transition livestock production to a low-methane emission future.

Research Outcomes

Towards Methane Free Cattle and Sheep aims to develop low-cost options and technologies to transition cattle and sheep to a lower emission future.

Sam Clark

Program Lead

Sam Clark

Sam Clark, Professor of Animal Genetics at UNE, leads research on livestock productivity, feed efficiency, and methane reduction. He directs major breeding projects and mentors emerging scientists, aiming to improve sustainability across plant and animal agriculture in Australia.

Project 2030

Program 2

Biodegradable Solutions for Low-Emissions Livestock

Project 2010

Program 2

Proxies for ruminant methane emissions

Research programs

Program 1

Low Emissions Plant Solutions

This program will develop solutions for low-emissions broad-acre and horticultural systems, as well as reduce emissions in cattle and sheep via the delivery of anti-methanogenic plant properties and low-emissions, high-productivity mixed-species pastures.

Program 3

Whole Farm and Mixed Enterprise Systems Analysis

This program will integrate all the science emerging from the CRC to provide farmers with the guidelines, resources, metrics, and benchmarking tools required for a profitable transition to net-zero emissions.

Program 4

Delivering Value from Net Zero

This program will develop renewable energy and circular economy solutions that create profitable opportunities for agribusinesses and rural communities. The program will improve supply chain management and enhance access to key export markets.