Bangladesh Launches Project to Reduce Methane Emissions in Livestock Sector
Bangladesh is launching a project aimed at reducing methane emissions in the agriculture and livestock sectors, as announced by Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter. The initiative, supported by the Climate Trust Fund, focuses on the '4F Model' to produce animal feed, biogas, and biofertilizer from grass, benefiting smallholder farmers while addressing environmental concerns. Akhter also stressed the need for policy changes in the livestock sector to mitigate risks associated with meat imports.
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Bangladesh is initiating efforts to reduce methane emissions, particularly in agriculture and livestock sectors, according to Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter. During a seminar at the Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute, she emphasized the country's commitment to becoming a model for methane reduction, supported by research and the implementation of the '4F Model' project.
This initiative aims to produce animal feed, food, fuel (biogas), and biofertilizer from grass, benefiting smallholder farmers and enhancing their living standards while reducing emissions. The project is backed by the Climate Trust Fund.
Akhter highlighted the risks of meat imports and the need for policy changes in the livestock sector. Key stakeholders, including government officials and experts, participated in the seminar.
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