Researchers from the State University of Mato Grosso (Unemat), in partnership with the Federal University of São Carlos and the Center for Nuclear Energy in Agriculture at the University of São Paulo (CENA/USP), are conducting a project aimed at improving livestock productivity and optimize methane gas emissions in Mato Grosso. The study, entitled “New Diets for Cattle Based on Native Species in the Mato Grosso Amazon”, is financed by the State Government, through the Mato Grosso State Research Support Foundation (Fapemat).
The project focuses on the use of native species, such as “Amarelinho” (Chloroleucon acacioides) and “Bordão de Velho” (Samanea tubulosa), in animal feed.
According to the project coordinator, Dr Alexandre de Azevedo Olival, in addition to the possible nutritional benefits, the correct management of these trees in pastures can improve animal welfare and have positive impacts on the soil and forage plants.
“It is an important step towards facing the challenges of livestock farming in Mato Grosso, where we can adopt more sustainable and efficient practices, using some native species in animal feed, with excellent results, thus strengthening the livestock sector in the state”, highlighted the researcher
Livestock plays an essential role in the economy of Mato Grosso, however, many pasture areas are degraded, which makes the pasture production system difficult and negatively impacts biodiversity. Given this scenario, interest in sustainable alternatives that can increase productivity with low environmental impact is growing.
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