A Minto area farmer says livestock producers have an opportunity to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases by reducing their use of fossil fuels.
The Manitoba Sustainable Energy Association suggests the production and use of renewable energy has a role to play in meeting the greenhouse gas reductions being targeted by the world’s meat producers.
The Manitoba government has entered into multiple partnerships across a number of major sectors with the goal of further reducing greenhouse-gas emissions to ensure the province’s environment continues to be protected for future generations.
The manager of sustainable development with Manitoba Pork says the global livestock sector is making good on its commitment to reduce its contribution to global warming.
The manager of sustainable development with Manitoba Pork says the global livestock sector has made significant strides in reducing its contribution to global warming.
As part of the province’s commitment to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions, 20 farms and agri businesses across the province are receiving more than $444,000 in grants to switch from coal to biomass heating systems.
For the first time in rural Manitoba, an organic waste collection service will be offered to local residents.
Projects that will reduce greenhouse-gas emissions by 2,000 tonnes a year over the next decade are receiving more than $230,000 in grants through the Manitoba Climate Investment Pilot Program.
Canadian farmers will benefit from a partnership between the Government of Canada, industry and universities across Canada to boost producer profitability through green agriculture technologies.
