Citral and linalool reduce methane production through actions on the rumen microbiota, specifically inhibiting methanogenic archaea

Muhammad Shoaib Khan

doi:10.26182/z10f-6j19

Citral and linalool reduce methane production through actions on the rumen microbiota, specifically inhibiting methanogenic archaea

Muhammad Shoaib Khan

Institute of Agriculture

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Abstract

About 12% of Australia's greenhouse gas emissions is methane produced by ruminant livestock. To reduce methane production using ways that are compatible with modern markets, we are searching for solutions based on natural compounds produced by plants. In this thesis, I have studied two essential oils produced by Australian native plants, Melaleuca ericifolia and Melaleuca teretifolia, and found that both compounds inhibit rumen microbes that produce methane. With further research, we should verify that both essential oils can be used in grazing systems by introducing Melaleuca, or can be used in pure form in diets formulated for intensive farming.

Original language	English
Qualification	Doctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution	The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors	Vercoe, Phil, Supervisor Martin, Graeme, Supervisor Durmic, Zoey, Supervisor
Award date	14 Mar 2022
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.26182/z10f-6j19
Publication status	Unpublished - 2021

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