GREENFEED

GLOBAL STANDARD EMISSIONS MEASUREMENT TOOL

Measure Individual Animal Emissions

GreenFeed is a turn-key system that captures and measures greenhouse gases — including Methane (CH₄), Carbon Dioxide (CO₂), and optionally Oxygen (O₂) and Hydrogen (H₂) — from individual ruminant animals. GreenFeed uses flux-based measurement technology, capturing real-time greenhouse gas output from ruminant animals. This data provides valuable insights into emissions and efficiency at the individual animal level.

Individual Animal Measurement

Captures greenhouse gas emissions at the individual animal level, enabling precise, animal-specific insights rather than relying on herd averages.

Measure and Rank Animal Profitability

Uses CO₂ output to estimate biological efficiency, enabling the ranking of animals based on performance and supporting more informed, profit-driven herd decisions.

Mass Flux Measurement

Measures the true mass of emissions over time using flux-based technology, providing more accurate and meaningful data than concentration-based approaches.

Globally Standardized

Uses a consistent, standardized methodology worldwide, enabling direct comparison of data across studies, regions, and research programs.

Proven & Validated Worldwide

Backed by over 800 peer-reviewed publications worldwide, GreenFeed delivers data generated through a methodology trusted across the global research community.

Non-Invasive, Real-World Measurement

Collects data in the animal’s natural environment without disruption, ensuring emissions reflect normal behavior and unbiased conditions.

Producers

Increasing Profitability by Identifying Top Performers


The Problem

Producers are making critical herd and feeding decisions without the ability to accurately measure metabolic efficiency at the individual animal level. Without this insight, identifying which animals convert feed into gain most effectively is largely based on observation and assumption—leading to missed opportunities and unnecessary feed costs.


The Solution

GreenFeed provides direct measurement of individual animal emissions, enabling precise estimation of metabolic efficiency. By ranking animals based on efficiency, producers gain clear, actionable insights to support decisions around finishing, breeding, culling, and overall herd management. The result is a more efficient operation—reducing feed costs, improving performance, and replacing guesswork with data-driven decision-making.

Researchers

A Standardized, Proven Emissions Measurement


The Problem

Many emissions measurement approaches lack consistency, accuracy, or global comparability, making it difficult to validate findings, compare results across studies, or build upon existing research with confidence.
 


The Solution

GreenFeed delivers a globally standardized, highly accurate measurement platform that outperforms alternative technologies. Unlike concentration-based systems such as sniffers, GreenFeed uses mass flux measurement to quantify true emissions output. Its standardized methodology enables direct comparison of data across regions and studies worldwide, while its validation in over 800 peer-reviewed publications provides a trusted foundation for credible, publishable research.

How GreenFeed Works

  1. Animal approaches and RFID tag is identified
  2. Animal begins eating and burping, releasing emissions
  3. As the animal eats, the emissions are pulled through the GreenFeed
  4. As air moved though the GreenFeed, sensors measure emissions gasses
  5. After the gasses pass by the sensors, the data is logged and sent to C-Lock
  6. C-Lock algorithms analyze data and flag any outliers
  7. A C-Lock expert verifies the final dataset to ensure accuracy
  8. Final results are delivered to clients for data-driven decision making

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Data Delivered


COMING SOON

Applications

Producer

Feed Efficiency & Biological Efficiency

Use emissions and CO₂ data to estimate metabolic efficiency and understand how effectively animals convert feed into output.

Animal Performance & Productivity Analysis

Link emissions and efficiency data to production outcomes to better evaluate and improve overall herd performance.

Genetic Selection & Breeding Programs

Identify and select animals with superior efficiency to support more profitable and sustainable breeding decisions.

Researcher

Enteric Emissions Measurement

Directly measure methane (CH₄) and other greenhouse gas emissions at the individual animal level under real-world conditions.

Feed Additive Evaluation

Quantify the impact of feed additives on methane reduction and animal efficiency with precise, repeatable measurements.

Nutrition Validation

Evaluate how different diets influence emissions, rumen function, and overall animal performance.

Corporations

Scope 3 Emissions Reporting

Provide verified, animal-level emissions data to support supply chain reporting and corporate sustainability requirements.

Carbon & Climate Research

Support initiatives focused on reducing livestock emissions and improving environmental outcomes across the value chain.

Global Research & Cross-Study Comparison

Leverage standardized data to compare performance and emissions across regions, suppliers, and programs worldwide.

Features

Simple User Interface

All raw and processed data is securely stored and easily accessible through a simple online interface, with wireless transmission via Wi-Fi or cellular networks.

Robust Build Quality

Engineered with stainless steel and premium components, GreenFeed delivers durable, all-weather performance in demanding animal environments.

Customizable Options

GreenFeed is highly customizable, with three system models, four transportation modes, and over 20 add-on options to fit a wide range of operational needs.

Auto Recovery System

Automatically resets gas baselines to maintain the highest level of measurement accuracy and data reliability.

Standard Methane & CO₂ Monitoring

Every GreenFeed unit includes integrated methane and CO₂ sensors for reliable, real-time emissions monitoring.

Build Your

GreenFeed

Select Your GreenFeed Unit

Select which GreenFeed unit fits the animals you'll be measuring.
Large Animal
Used for cattle and other large ruminants.
Small Animal
Used for goats, sheep and other small ruminants.
Horned Animal
Used large horned animals.

Select Your Transportation

Select which transportation unit you want your GreenFeed mounted to.
Tie-Stall Cart
Cart to pull units around in Tie-Stall application.
Free-Stall Cart
Skid Unit
Pasture Trailer

Select Your Add-Ons

Select additional add-on options to fit your emissions measurement needs.
Sensors & Data Collection
Oxygen Sensor
Oxygen data sensor provides oxygen emissions.
Hydrogen Sensor
Hydrogen data sensor provides hydrogen emissions.
Wind Sensor
Add-on wind measuring
Manual Sampling System
Valve to take manual samples off the GreenFeed sample line exhaust.
Power & Connectivity
Solar Power Kit (with Batteries & Panels)
System to power GreenFeed with solar. Option to purchase panels & batteries from C-Lock.
Solar Power Kit (without Batteries & Panels)
SIM Card & Cellular Subscription
Cell service add, all GreenFeed's have modems.
Feeding & System Configuration
Large Capacity Single Bin
Larger bin upgrade.
Standard Capacity Dual Feeding System
Bin and hopper to feed multiple feed types.
Large Capacity Dual Feeding System
Large bin and hopper to feed multiple feed types.
Animal Identification & Monitoring
Neck Collar Reader
Antenna to read neck collars.
External Web Camera
Camera with view of alleyway.
Durability, Environment & Accessories
Cold Weather Upgrade (Heated Dish)
Keeps units from Restricting feed and airflow in very cold environments.
Bird Protection Kit
Plates to protect GreenFeed's higher exposed items
Antenna Extension (Small Animal Unit)
Anttena to pick up neck and other tags that are not in the ear
Skid Base
Base for Skid system.
Sliding Alleyway Add-On
Upgraded alleyway for trailer or skid.
Data Insight, Support & Service Subscription
1 Year
Diss
1 year data insight and support fee subscription.
3 Year
Diss
3 year data insight and support fee subscription.
5 Year
Diss
5 year data insight and support fee subscription.

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