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Pig farmers care deeply about the planet. In Nebraska and beyond, pig farmers are dedicated to reducing their carbon footprint while feeding a growing population. Here’s how.
SUSTAINABILITY
Big mission for the planet
USA pork producers aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030.
Pig manure is used as an organic fertilizer for crop production. It improves soil biodiversity and health.
Pig manure as a resource
Over the past 50 years, pig farms have reduced their environmental impact by using:
Reduce the carbon footprint
75.9% less land 25.1% less water 7% less energy
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Pig farmers are continuously improving water-use efficiency through advanced agriculture practices, aggressive implementation of on-farm water-use targets and best management practices.
Water quality matters