Research on Methane-CO2 Reductive Feed Additive to Dairy Cows

GreenCow Biosolutions has initiated a Grand Solutions project in collaboration with three Danish research institutions: the Danish Technological Institute, the University of Copenhagen, and Aarhus University. This project involves 3.5 years of research and development with a budget of 28 million Danish kroner, supported by the Innovation Fund.

Less methane – more milk yield

The objective is to demonstrate that by adding a natural microbiological culture to the cow’s feed, it is possible to convert the methane produced by the cows into protein. This not only leads to methane reduction but also results in increased milk yield.

In this phase, GreenCow Biosolutions will explore the market for potential partners and the commercialization of the company, aiming to launch a revolutionary new feed additive in Denmark and worldwide by 2027.

This feed additive differs from current solutions on the market by allowing the cow’s own rumen system to function independently of the added microculture. Functionally, it can be likened to humans consuming yogurt with probiotics, which improve gut flora and enhance digestion.

Another advantage of this concept is the expectation that the natural addition of live microbial cultures will also be suitable for organic farming practices. GreenCow Biosolutions anticipates that the results from the Grand Solutions project will be a significant technological contributor to reducing methane/CO2 emissions from cows, offering one of several solutions to agriculture facing future CO2 taxes. Additionally, increased revenue in agriculture is expected due to higher milk yields and improved feed utilization, resulting in better land use.

Founder’s vision

Ebbe Busch Larsen, the founder and intellectual property holder, who has previously founded the biotech company Unibio and has a long career in DLG, states,

“For several years, I have been exploring how bacteria can be utilized to reduce methane emissions from cows. I am incredibly pleased that we have been able to establish this exciting project with a strong consortium of partners, with the potential for a significant impact on a global scale.“

Ebbe Busch Larsen, founder GreenCow Biosolutions
GreenCow Biosolutions founder and CEO, Ebbe Busch Larsen (left), and Chairman of the Board, Christen Sørensen. The image is from Trinidad when they formed the same partnership in Unibio A/S.
GreenCow Biosolutions founder and CEO, Ebbe Busch Larsen (left), and Chairman of the Board, Christen Sørensen. The image is from Trinidad when they formed the same partnership in Unibio A/S.

Further information

Contact

Hans Eibe Sørensen, COO. +45 4290 1800, hes@greencow.bio

Fact Sheet

  • Total Budget: 28 million DKK
  • Investment from the Innovation Fund: 20 million DKK
  • Duration: 3.5 years

Background

GreenCow Biosolutions was founded by Ebbe Busch Larsen, commercially responsible for the Grand Solutions project, which focuses on improving the agricultural industry sustainably. They develop methods to produce feed for dairy cows that reduce methane emissions while also producing protein. Their research and patents aim to strengthen global green technology in agriculture.’GreenCow Biosolutions was founded by Ebbe Busch Larsen, commercially responsible for the Grand Solutions project, which focuses on improving the agricultural industry sustainably. They develop methods to produce feed for dairy cows that reduce methane emissions while also producing protein. Their research and patents aim to strengthen global green technology in agriculture.