Enteric Methane: Practical Interventions for African Smallholders

Enteric fermentation from livestock accounts for the largest share of agricultural methane across much of Africa. Yet the interventions with the strongest evidence (improved feeding, selective breeding, and manure management) remain unevenly deployed.

AMCoP's agriculture working group is compiling a practical toolkit for extension services and county governments. The focus is on interventions that work at smallholder scale: locally available feed supplements, rotational grazing, and simple record-keeping that supports MRV.

The co-benefits are substantial. Better herd health, improved milk yields, and reduced land degradation often accompany methane reductions, making the case for action that resonates beyond climate finance circles.