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flag Cattle-exporting nations urge global climate policies to treat livestock methane differently due to its short lifespan and natural cycle.

flag Cattle producers from eleven major beef-exporting nations are calling for global climate policies to treat livestock methane differently from long-lived gases like carbon dioxide. flag They argue that methane’s short atmospheric life and natural carbon cycle mean current carbon-equivalent measurements overstate its climate impact. flag New Zealand and Uruguay have already set separate methane targets, with New Zealand aiming for a 14–24% reduction in livestock methane by 2050. flag Advocates say this approach enables more realistic, science-based policies, encourages technology investment, and prevents unfair blame on beef production. flag They urge unified global standards to align climate goals with scientific understanding and support farmers’ efforts.

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