Life cycle assessment of feed ingredients

Improving sustainability of the livestock sector is essential. Life cycle assessment (LCA) studies have shown that feed production accounts for 70% of the carbon footprint of animal products which makes it an important element to account for when considering mitigation options. Improved knowledge of the environmental impact of feed ingredients is fundamental to instigate a positive change. The idea of a comprehensive environmental LCA was conceived in the USA in the late 1960s/early 1970s. In 1