Greenhouse gases (GHGs) are atmospheric compounds that trap and retain heat. This natural process is vital for maintaining Earth's temperature. Human activities and livestock manure lagoons release greenhouse gases like methane and nitrous oxide. This page explains where those gases come from and how better practices can reduce them.
| Source | What Happens |
| Manure Storage | Releases methane & nitrous oxide as it decompresses |
| Fertilizer Use | Urea emits nitrous oxide when broken down |
| Livestock Digestion | Cows emit methane through digestion (enteric fermentation) |
| Land Use | Plowing, overgrazing and soil disturbance can release GHGs |
| Farm Energy | Electricity and fuel use on farms contribute too |