Agtech Seedlings: CH4 Global to expand methane-reducing cattle feed with Mitsubishi

CH4 Global and Mitsubishi expand methane-reducing cattle feed

CH4 Global is expanding its methane-reducing cattle feed supplements across Asia-Pacific markets with help from Mitsubishi Corporation, the companies said Tuesday.

The strategic partnership will focus on growing sales of CH4’s Methane Tamer in Australia, according to a release. The companies also plan to develop new forms of the product and eventually enter Japanese markets.

As part of the partnership, the companies will explore opportunities to scale production of Asparagopsis seaweed to supply Asia markets, according to a release. The seaweed is a key ingredient in Methane Tamer, which has the potential to reduce enteric emissions from cattle by up to 90%.

The collaboration advances CH4’s goal to achieve gigaton-scale emissions reductions by 2035, Steve Meller, CH4’s co-founder and CEO, said in a statement.

“Mitsubishi’s deep experience in agricultural products and services and strong presence across Asian markets makes them an ideal partner,” Meller said.

Deere to collaborate with 6 startups in 2025

Tractor giant Deere & Co. said it will collaborate with a cohort of startups that specialize in digital twins and other technologies that could advance the future of farming.

The manufacturer named six companies for its annual startup collaborator program, which began in 2019. Participating startups will work closely with Deere to explore new technologies that could potentially benefit customers in the future, according to a release.