Post by wdd on Jan 19, 2011 15:18:24 GMT -5
Article in Mother Earth news
www.motherearthnews.com/sustainable-farming/grass-fed-cattle-zm0z10zrog.aspx?utm_content=01.19.11+SLCS&utm_campaign=SLCS&utm_source=iPost&utm_medium=email
Excerpt;
We've already reported that perennial grasslands do their part for the atmosphere by sequestering carbon. Now, it seems there's another reason to promote pasture-based cattle systems: If the grasses are high in omega-3s, the animals will actually emit less methane. Grass-fed cattle are better for the planet, and better for human health as well: More omega-3s in a cow's diet means more omega-3s in its milk, and therefore more of these heart-healthy fatty acids for us.
www.motherearthnews.com/sustainable-farming/grass-fed-cattle-zm0z10zrog.aspx?utm_content=01.19.11+SLCS&utm_campaign=SLCS&utm_source=iPost&utm_medium=email
Excerpt;
We've already reported that perennial grasslands do their part for the atmosphere by sequestering carbon. Now, it seems there's another reason to promote pasture-based cattle systems: If the grasses are high in omega-3s, the animals will actually emit less methane. Grass-fed cattle are better for the planet, and better for human health as well: More omega-3s in a cow's diet means more omega-3s in its milk, and therefore more of these heart-healthy fatty acids for us.
