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Meat and Dairy Giants Emit 1 Billion Tonnes of Greenhouse Gases

10/21/2025

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A new report finds that 45 major meat and dairy companies emit more than 1 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases annually, comparable to Saudi Arabia.
Methane accounts for more than half of these emissions, primarily from cattle burps and manure.
Brazil's JBS is the largest emitter, accounting for 24% of the total.
Experts warn that significant policy changes are needed before COP30 to prevent emissions from rising.

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Story summary

A new report finds that 45 major meat and dairy companies emit more than 1 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases annually, comparable to Saudi Arabia.
Methane accounts for more than half of these emissions, primarily from cattle burps and manure.
Brazil's JBS is the largest emitter, accounting for 24% of the total.
Experts warn that significant policy changes are needed before COP30 to prevent emissions from rising.