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Is Bovaer safe for animals, farmers and consumers?

Feeding Bovaer to cattle has proven to be safe for animals, producers and consumers. The U.S.

How does Bovaer work?

Bovaer is a feed ingredient added to the diet of lactating dairy cattle. Approximately one tablespoon of Bovaer is added to the normal feed of a lactating dairy cow per day. Bovaer works by suppressing the enzyme that creates methane while cows digest their food.

Why are there warning labels on bags of Bovaer?

All regulated products contain clear instructions and procedures for product handling and use. These procedures are common – for vitamins as well as feed ingredients – to ensure workers take appropriate measures (e.g., wearing masks and gloves) to avoid risks from small dust particles.

Why does the warning label for Bovaer say that it may damage male fertility?

Bovaer is not for human use or consumption. The label is in reference to an animal toxicological test done as part of a regulatory market approval process. The study was conducted in laboratory rats who consumed more than 100x the labeled dose of Bovaer. These male fertility impacts were determined to be only laboratory rat-specific as the impacts were not observed in other species, including dog and primate tissues.

Why do we need to reduce methane?

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, lasting about a decade in the atmosphere and it is 27x more potent than carbon dioxide at trapping heat. Reducing methane emissions, particularly those from enteric fermentation, is a key strategy for achieving sustainability goals. Government organizations, food companies and global leaders focus on reducing methane as an opportunity to reduce climate warming.