Producer Concerns and Perceptions Regarding the Effect of Methane on Cattle Production and the Environment

Authors

Bradley M. Boyd, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Amanda Burken, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lisa Franzen- Castle Castle, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Karla Jenkins, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Richard J. Rasby, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Matt K. Luebbe, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Rick Stowell, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Samodha C. Fernando, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Galen E. Erickson, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

2016

Citation

2016 Nebraska Beef Cattle Reports

Comments

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Abstract

Knowledge of producer concerns and perceptions on methane production from cattle and its impact on the environment is unknown. Therefore, the objectives of this survey were to determine what producers know about methane production by cattle and to determine if different age groups, regions of Nebraska, and production size/ type affects producer opinions on enteric methane production and climate change. Producers felt that methane production has little impact on animal performance but were not very confident in their knowledge. Most producers received information related to animal agriculture from veterinarians; therefore, veterinarians should continue to be a major target for extension efforts.