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North American organic fertiliser emissions below IPCC defaults, but swine manure emerges as hotspot -study

Published 14:44 on June 2, 2026 / Last updated at 14:44 on June 2, 2026 / / Americas (US & Canada), Nature-based Carbon (Other NbS), Voluntary (VCM Developments)

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Nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions from North American agricultural soils amended with organic fertilisers are substantially lower on average than the default factors used in international greenhouse gas inventories, though certain manure types and management practices remain significant emissions hotspots, according to a new study.
Nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions from North American agricultural soils amended with organic fertilisers are substantially lower on average than the default factors used in international greenhouse gas inventories, though certain manure types and management practices remain significant emissions hotspots, according to a new study.


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