Arla Pauses Bovaer Trials After Consumer Backlash
Big news in UK dairy: Arla has ended its trial of Bovaer, a feed additive designed to reduce methane emissions from cows. This follows strong public and farmer concerns about cow health and food safety, amplified by extensive community pressure. The trials involved 30 farms and the results are now under review.
While Bovaer is approved by regulators and used in multiple countries, ongoing investigations in Denmark over reported health issues have raised caution. The primary focus remains on protecting animal welfare and food integrity.
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