Section 20: Activities - Revision history

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	The [https://www.rinderzucht.at/projekt/breed4green.html breed4green] project focuses on researching strategies to reduce methane emissions and enhance feed efficiency within the Austrian cattle industry. Measurements of methane and CO2 emissions are conducted on both experimental and commercial farms using the GreenFeed system. The aim of the project is to collect methane and CO2 measurements of approximately 1,000 Fleckvieh and 200 Brown Swiss cows. In addition, various phenotypes such as health, body weight, BCS, metabolism, energy intake and milk mid infrared (MIR) spectra are recorded. Data on feed intake from experimental farms are also available for validation. The genetic potential of direct traits like methane, CO2 and feed efficiency, along with their correlations to health and other traits, will be analyzed. The project also includes the development and validation of MIR equations for emitted methane and energy balance. The focus will be on investigating the use of these indirect traits to reduce methane emissions and improve feed efficiency in breeding programs to pave the way for genomic selection. The results will also be used to optimize herd management. Furthermore, the environmental impact of relevant dairy and beef production systems in Austria will be investigated.		The [https://www.rinderzucht.at/projekt/breed4green.html breed4green] project focuses on researching strategies to reduce methane emissions and enhance feed efficiency within the Austrian cattle industry. Measurements of methane and CO2 emissions are conducted on both experimental and commercial farms using the GreenFeed system. The aim of the project is to collect methane and CO2 measurements of approximately 1,000 Fleckvieh and 200 Brown Swiss cows. In addition, various phenotypes such as health, body weight, BCS, metabolism, energy intake and milk mid infrared (MIR) spectra are recorded. Data on feed intake from experimental farms are also available for validation. The genetic potential of direct traits like methane, CO2 and feed efficiency, along with their correlations to health and other traits, will be analyzed. The project also includes the development and validation of MIR equations for emitted methane and energy balance. The focus will be on investigating the use of these indirect traits to reduce methane emissions and improve feed efficiency in breeding programs to pave the way for genomic selection. The results will also be used to optimize herd management. Furthermore, the environmental impact of relevant dairy and beef production systems in Austria will be investigated.

			== CH4COW ==
			The Association of Swiss Cattle Breeders (ASR) has launched a comprehensive phenotyping initiative aimed at establishing routine genetic evaluations for methane emissions based on Swiss derived phenotypic data.

			The initial project, [https://qualitasag.ch/en/ch4cow/ CH4COW], started in 2024 and will span four years. Its primary objective is the deployment of methane measuring sniffers (MooLoggers, Tecnosens) across 64 farms throughout Switzerland. Among these, 30 farms house Holstein (HOL) herds, while the remainder keep Brown Swiss cattle. The project is funded by the Swiss Federal Office of Agriculture, several cantonal governments (FR, GR, LU, SG, and ZG), and the ASR.

			The Brown Swiss part of the CH4COW project is closely linked to the dairy cattle section of the Global Methane Genetics Inititiative.

			Project status: All methane measuring sniffers have now been installed on the participating farms, ensuring continuous and standardized data acquisition. Automated data processing pipelines are fully operational, enabling seamless transfer, storage, and organization of incoming data streams. Concurrently, several methodological frameworks for data cleaning, quality control, and the development of robust methane related phenotypes are under active evaluation. These efforts aim to establish reliable phenotype definitions that will ultimately support future single-step genetic evaluations.

			If you would like to know more about this project you can contact [mailto: beat.bapst@qualitasag.ch Beat Bapst] (link to beat.bapst@qualitasag.ch) or Adrien Butty (link to adrien.butty@qualitasag.ch)

	== Presentation materials ==		== Presentation materials ==

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	To account for the emissions recorded individually at different times, they compare the emissions data aggregated on a daily basis. They are using the GF adapted for large ruminants with horns		To account for the emissions recorded individually at different times, they compare the emissions data aggregated on a daily basis. They are using the GF adapted for large ruminants with horns

			== GasToGrass ==
			The aim of this project is to develop new breeding solutions for the industry by finding ways to identify animals with lower environmental impact, which can then be selected as part of genetic improvement programs. This project will contribute with new strategies to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, in sheep production systems. You can find more information on the [https://era-susan.eu/content/grasstogas-grass-gas-strategies-mitigate-ghg-emissions-pasture-based-sheep-systems website]

	== MethaBreed ==		== MethaBreed ==
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	=== Seminar by Sarah-Joe Burn: Breed4Green 25-09-2025 ===		=== Seminar by Sarah-Joe Burn: Breed4Green 25-09-2025 ===
	On the 25th of September Sarah-Joe Burn gave a presentation at Wageningen Livestock Research on measuring methane emissions in commercial farms and establishing a comprehensive dataset for genetic studies. A similar presentations was given at EAAP 2025, you can find the slides to that presentation [[:File:Eaap2025-breed4green-linke.pdf\|here]] and the abstract [[:File:2025 Innsbruck EAAP Book Abstracts.pdf\|here]], page 250.		On the 25th of September Sarah-Joe Burn gave a presentation at Wageningen Livestock Research on measuring methane emissions in commercial farms and establishing a comprehensive dataset for genetic studies. A similar presentations was given at EAAP 2025, you can find the slides to that presentation [[:File:Eaap2025-breed4green-linke.pdf\|here]] and the abstract [[:File:2025 Innsbruck EAAP Book Abstracts.pdf\|here]], page 250.

			=== '''Seminar by Fazel Almasi: Measuring methane in dairy cows using Arcoflex sensors 25-09-2025''' ===
			On the 25th of September Fazel Almasi gave a presentation at Wageningen Livestock Research on the repeatability and heritability of dairy cow methane concentration using sniffer sensors. You can find the slides to the presentation [[:File:FA-ArcoflexUpdate.pdf\|here]].

	=== Joint ICAR Feed&Gas and ASGGN workshop ===		=== Joint ICAR Feed&Gas and ASGGN workshop ===

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	=== '''Working Group meetings''' ===		=== '''Working Group meetings''' ===

	The six working groups as described above meet two times a year to ~~discuss~~ the ~~progress of their~~ projects and ~~to share knowledge. There are also general webinars organized for the project participants throughout~~ the ~~years~~.		The six working groups as described above meet two times a year. The GMG working group meetings are aimed to share updates about the GMG projects and discuss gaps, needs and bottlenecks in the field.

	==== Dairy Cattle ====		==== Dairy Cattle ====
	~~On the 15th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Group Dairy cattle met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:250515 GMG meeting Dairy Working Group.pdf\|here.]]		15 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:250515 GMG meeting Dairy Working Group.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 27~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ October 2025 ~~the Working Group Cattle had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251027 GMG Working group Dairy meeting.pdf\|here.]]		27 October 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251027 GMG Working group Dairy meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Sheep ====		==== Sheep ====
	~~On the 20th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Sheep met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20250520 Meeting GMG Working group sheep.pdf\|here.]]		20 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20250520 Meeting GMG Working group sheep.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 11~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Sheep had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251111 Sheep Working Group GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]		11 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251111 Sheep Working Group GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Microbiome ====		==== Microbiome ====
	~~On the 23th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Group Microbiome met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:202505 Global Meeting Genetics Microbiome working group meeting.pdf\|here.]]		23 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:202505 Global Meeting Genetics Microbiome working group meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 27~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Microbiome had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251127 GMG Microbiome WG presentation~~.pdf\|here.]]~~		27 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251127 GMG Microbiome WG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the 2<sup>nd</sup> of December 2025 the Working group microbiome organized a Q&A session about microbiome sampling. You can find the slides [[:File:20251202 GMG meeting MicroHub Q&A~~.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Latin America ====		==== Latin America ====
	~~On the 5th of~~ June 2025 ~~the Working Group Latin America met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:202506 Presentation GMG Working Group Latin America meeting.pdf\|here.]]		5 June 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:202506 Presentation GMG Working Group Latin America meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 14~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Latin America had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251114 Latin America GMG Work group meeting.pdf\|here.]]		14 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251114 Latin America GMG Work group meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Africa ====		==== Africa ====
	~~On the 23th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Group Africa met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20250523 GMG Working group Africa meeting.pdf\|here.]]		23 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20250523 GMG Working group Africa meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 7~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Africa had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251107 Africa Workgroup GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]		7 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251107 Africa Workgroup GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Beef ====		==== Beef ====
	~~On the 17th of~~ June 2025 ~~the Working Group Beef met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:202506 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]		17 June 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:202506 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 11~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Beef had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251106 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]		11 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251106 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Asia ====		==== Asia ====
	~~On the 1th of~~ July 2025 ~~the Working Group Asia met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20250701 AsiaGMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]		1 July 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20250701 AsiaGMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 25~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November ~~the Working Group Asia organized a webinar for parties interested in contributing to the Asia group. You can find slides on data to impact~~ [[:File:GMG Asia From data to impact.pdf\|here]], ~~an introduction into the GMG~~ [[:File:Asia 20251105.pdf\|here]], ~~slides on methane recording techniques~~ [[:File:2511 GMG Asia MethaneMethods.pdf\|here]] and ~~a presentation about [[Laser Methane Detector\|LMD]] and their experiences from ILRI~~ [[:File:ILRI LMD Exp 2025.pdf\|here]].		25 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:GMG Asia From data to impact.pdf\|here]], [[:File:Asia 20251105.pdf\|here]], [[:File:2511 GMG Asia MethaneMethods.pdf\|here]] and [[:File:ILRI LMD Exp 2025.pdf\|here]].

	==== Webinars ====		==== Webinars ====

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	[[File:P-2025-1-15-2 FBF Logo MethaBreed Logo 01 4C-01 klein.png\|thumb\|170x170px]]		[[File:P-2025-1-15-2 FBF Logo MethaBreed Logo 01 4C-01 klein.png\|thumb\|170x170px]]
	The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.] Further partners are [https://www.vit.de/ vit] and [https://www.uni-kiel.de/de/aef/fakultaet/institute/tierzucht-tierhaltung University Kiel]. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity on the basis of a resolution of the German Bundestag. The project management is carried out by the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE) within the framework of the Federal Programme for Livestock Farming. Funding reference numbers: 28KTF23C01–05.		The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.] Further partners are [https://www.vit.de/ vit] and [https://www.uni-kiel.de/de/aef/fakultaet/institute/tierzucht-tierhaltung University Kiel]. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity on the basis of a resolution of the German Bundestag. The project management is carried out by the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE) within the framework of the Federal Programme for Livestock Farming. Funding reference numbers: 28KTF23C01–05.

			== breed4green ==
			[[File:Logo B4G RZ RGB 1 Transparent.png\|right\|frameless\|228x228px]]
			Direct and indirect traits for feed efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions for breeding and herd management in cattle:

			The [https://www.rinderzucht.at/projekt/breed4green.html breed4green] project focuses on researching strategies to reduce methane emissions and enhance feed efficiency within the Austrian cattle industry. Measurements of methane and CO2 emissions are conducted on both experimental and commercial farms using the GreenFeed system. The aim of the project is to collect methane and CO2 measurements of approximately 1,000 Fleckvieh and 200 Brown Swiss cows. In addition, various phenotypes such as health, body weight, BCS, metabolism, energy intake and milk mid infrared (MIR) spectra are recorded. Data on feed intake from experimental farms are also available for validation. The genetic potential of direct traits like methane, CO2 and feed efficiency, along with their correlations to health and other traits, will be analyzed. The project also includes the development and validation of MIR equations for emitted methane and energy balance. The focus will be on investigating the use of these indirect traits to reduce methane emissions and improve feed efficiency in breeding programs to pave the way for genomic selection. The results will also be used to optimize herd management. Furthermore, the environmental impact of relevant dairy and beef production systems in Austria will be investigated.

	== Presentation materials ==		== Presentation materials ==

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	== MethaBreed ==		== MethaBreed ==
	[[File:P-2025-1-15-2 FBF Logo MethaBreed Logo 01 4C-01 klein.png\|thumb\|170x170px]]		[[File:P-2025-1-15-2 FBF Logo MethaBreed Logo 01 4C-01 klein.png\|thumb\|170x170px]]
	The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.]		The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.] Further partners are [https://www.vit.de/ vit] and [https://www.uni-kiel.de/de/aef/fakultaet/institute/tierzucht-tierhaltung University Kiel]. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity on the basis of a resolution of the German Bundestag. The project management is carried out by the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE) within the framework of the Federal Programme for Livestock Farming. Funding reference numbers: 28KTF23C01–05.

	== Presentation materials ==		== Presentation materials ==

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	== MethaBreed ==		== MethaBreed ==
	[[File:P-2025-1-15-2 FBF Logo MethaBreed Logo 01 4C-01.png\|thumb\|~~175x175px~~]]		[[File:P-2025-1-15-2 FBF Logo MethaBreed Logo 01 4C-01 klein.png\|thumb\|170x170px]]
	The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.]		The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.]

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	== MethaBreed ==		== MethaBreed ==
			[[File:P-2025-1-15-2 FBF Logo MethaBreed Logo 01 4C-01.png\|thumb\|175x175px]]
	The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.]		The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.]

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	== MethaBreed ==		== MethaBreed ==
	The ~~[https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2~~ MethaBreed] project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows.		The MethaBreed project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows. For more information you can visit the following websites from the partners: [https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/fb09/institute/ith/ag-koenig/forschung/laufend/methabreed University Giessen], [https://www.fbf-forschung.de/aktuelles/methabreed-neues-forschungsprojekt-zur-reduzierung.html FBF], [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 University of Hohenheim.]

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	To account for the emissions recorded individually at different times, they compare the emissions data aggregated on a daily basis. They are using the GF adapted for large ruminants with horns		To account for the emissions recorded individually at different times, they compare the emissions data aggregated on a daily basis. They are using the GF adapted for large ruminants with horns

			== MethaBreed ==
			The [https://livestock-functional-microbiology.uni-hohenheim.de/en/research-projects#jfmulticontent_c401477-2 MethaBreed] project aims to improve the sustainability of dairy production by developing innovative breeding strategies for dairy cows that simultaneously reduce methane emissions, enhance feed efficiency, and support animal health. A large-scale longitudinal study is being conducted in commercial dairy herds. Using advanced technologies, individual cow traits are recorded across entire lactations and multiple lactation cycles. Data collection includes continuous monitoring of methane emissions using sniffers, feed intake (using CFIT: Cattle Feed Intake System), body weight (using CFIT and scales), and key health parameters. A particular focus lies on the role of the rumen microbiome in methane production. A central goal of MethaBreed is the development of a new breeding value for methane emissions, enabling the selection of animals with lower environmental impact. These data will be integrated with pedigree and genomic information to allow precise breeding decisions. At the same time, the existing breeding value for feed efficiency will be further refined. The outcomes of the project are expected to make a significant contribution towards more climate-friendly dairy production. In the long term, standardized breeding values will be provided, enabling breeding organizations and farmers to actively select for healthier, more efficient, and more sustainable dairy cows.

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	=== '''Working Group meetings''' ===		=== '''Working Group meetings''' ===

	The six working groups as described above meet two times a year to ~~discuss~~ the ~~progress of their~~ projects and ~~to share knowledge. There are also general webinars organized for the project participants throughout~~ the ~~years~~.		The six working groups as described above meet two times a year. The GMG working group meetings are aimed to share updates about the GMG projects and discuss gaps, needs and bottlenecks in the field.

	==== Dairy Cattle ====		==== Dairy Cattle ====
	~~On the 15th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Group Dairy cattle met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:250515 GMG meeting Dairy Working Group.pdf\|here.]]		15 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:250515 GMG meeting Dairy Working Group.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 27~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ October 2025 ~~the Working Group Cattle had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251027 GMG Working group Dairy meeting.pdf\|here.]]		27 October 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251027 GMG Working group Dairy meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Sheep ====		==== Sheep ====
	~~On the 20th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Sheep met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20250520 Meeting GMG Working group sheep.pdf\|here.]]		20 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20250520 Meeting GMG Working group sheep.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 11~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Sheep had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251111 Sheep Working Group GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]		11 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251111 Sheep Working Group GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Microbiome ====		==== Microbiome ====
	~~On the 23th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Group Microbiome met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:202505 Global Meeting Genetics Microbiome working group meeting.pdf\|here.]]		23 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:202505 Global Meeting Genetics Microbiome working group meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 27~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Microbiome had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251127 GMG Microbiome WG presentation~~.pdf\|here.]]~~		27 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251127 GMG Microbiome WG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the 2<sup>nd</sup> of December 2025 the Working group microbiome organized a Q&A session about microbiome sampling. You can find the slides [[:File:20251202 GMG meeting MicroHub Q&A~~.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Latin America ====		==== Latin America ====
	~~On the 5th of~~ June 2025 ~~the Working Group Latin America met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:202506 Presentation GMG Working Group Latin America meeting.pdf\|here.]]		5 June 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:202506 Presentation GMG Working Group Latin America meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 14~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Latin America had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251114 Latin America GMG Work group meeting.pdf\|here.]]		14 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251114 Latin America GMG Work group meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Africa ====		==== Africa ====
	~~On the 23th of~~ May 2025 ~~the Working Group Africa met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20250523 GMG Working group Africa meeting.pdf\|here.]]		23 May 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20250523 GMG Working group Africa meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 7~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Africa had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251107 Africa Workgroup GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]		7 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251107 Africa Workgroup GMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Beef ====		==== Beef ====
	~~On the 17th of~~ June 2025 ~~the Working Group Beef met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:202506 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]		17 June 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:202506 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 11~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November 2025 ~~the Working Group Beef had their second meeting, the current progress was shared and other projects and bottlenecks were discussed. You can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20251106 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]		11 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20251106 GMG Working group Beef meeting.pdf\|here.]]

	==== Asia ====		==== Asia ====
	~~On the 1th of~~ July 2025 ~~the Working Group Asia met for the first time and shared their current progress, you can find the presentation slides~~ [[:File:20250701 AsiaGMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]		1 July 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:20250701 AsiaGMG presentation.pdf\|here.]]

	~~On the~~ 25~~<sup>th</sup> of~~ November ~~the Working Group Asia organized a webinar for parties interested in contributing to the Asia group. You can find slides on data to impact~~ [[:File:GMG Asia From data to impact.pdf\|here]], ~~an introduction into the GMG~~ [[:File:Asia 20251105.pdf\|here]], ~~slides on methane recording techniques~~ [[:File:2511 GMG Asia MethaneMethods.pdf\|here]] and ~~a presentation about [[Laser Methane Detector\|LMD]] and their experiences from ILRI~~ [[:File:ILRI LMD Exp 2025.pdf\|here]].		25 November 2025: Presentation materials [[:File:GMG Asia From data to impact.pdf\|here]], [[:File:Asia 20251105.pdf\|here]], [[:File:2511 GMG Asia MethaneMethods.pdf\|here]] and [[:File:ILRI LMD Exp 2025.pdf\|here]].

	==== Webinars ====		==== Webinars ====