Watching a cow eat grass probably sounds boring, but this video proves that it can be made into something fabulous. Thanks to the right angle and sounds, this cow video is addictive to watch. My only complaint is that it's not longer. — Read the rest

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The cows like it, too.

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The Middle East crisis and the still-closed Strait of Hormuz are raising concerns about fertilizer shortages and rising food prices, and the European Commission sees the answer in more natural fertilizers, writes Politico. The EC’s plan to secure fertilizer stocks largely centers around long-planned regulation that would allow for more use of manure and livestock […]

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California dairies are out of balance. Everyone from environmentalists to regulators to the industry agrees that the nitrogen from milk cow manure is ending up where it can pose a health threat. Excess nitrogen from dairies turns into excess nitrate in the soil, spilling into waterways, seeping into groundwater and contributing to widespread contamination of […]

After years of relying on voluntary grant and incentive programs to bring down a potent climate pollutant from dairy and livestock operations, California is looking into developing a rule to require reductions directly. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) put out a request for feedback last week as it seeks to meet the requirements of […]

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