Cattle are unique in their ability to convert lignocellulosic biomass into valuable protein. Although beef cattle have the lowest production efficiency compared to other cattle and livestock (Mottet et al. 2017), most measurements do not account for the fact that beef cattle produce high-quality protein from feed ingredients that are largely unsuitable as food for humans and other livestock species.

Many farm veterinarians (and allied professionals) are looking to build knowledge and confidence talking to their clients about sustainability, so they can approach difficult conversations with an evidence based approach. “A Veterinary Approach to Sustainable Food and Farming”, our online course in partnership with Vet Sustain, is designed to do just that; empowering veterinary professionals to unlock their unique toolbox of skills and knowledge to help producers attain multiple sustainability objectives.

Former Dyrlæger & Ko colleague, now lecturer at Aarhus University, Mogens Krogh has been involved in the following project, along with representatives from a number of academic institutes across Europe, Africa, USA and Canada.