As the owner of Broth of Life, a certified organic bone broth company, I feel a deep responsibility to ensure that the products we create are not only nourishing but also ethically and sustainably sourced. Recently, I’ve come across a disturbing trend in the bone broth industry: the use of cattle fed with Bovaer. Let me be clear—there is absolutely no way we would ever incorporate Bovaer-fed cattle into our products. Here’s why.
What is Bovaer?
Bovaer is a synthetic feed additive designed to reduce methane emissions in cattle by inhibiting the enzyme that produces methane during digestion. At first glance, it might sound like a noble idea to combat climate change. But dig deeper, and the reality becomes far less appealing.
The Risks of Bovaer
Bovaer isn’t just an additive—it’s a synthetic substance with profound implications for human health and the environment. Research has highlighted potential risks, including:
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Male Infertility: Emerging studies suggest that Bovaer could negatively affect male reproductive health, raising serious concerns about its long-term impacts on human fertility.
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Unknown Long-Term Effects: The truth is, we don’t know the full extent of what Bovaer does to our bodies or the ecosystem. Many of the peer-reviewed papers cited as evidence of Bovaer’s safety are authored by researchers employed by the manufacturer. This kind of bias undermines the integrity of the research and raises significant red flags.
Certified Organic Means No Bovaer
Being certified organic is not just a label—it’s a rigorous, third-party-audited commitment to purity and transparency. Synthetic feed additives like Bovaer are unequivocally banned in certified organic farming. When you see the organic certification on a product like ours, you can trust that no Bovaer or any other synthetic feed has entered the supply chain.
If anyone tells you that using Bovaer is unavoidable, they are lying. Sustainable, regenerative farming practices have existed for centuries and continue to thrive without the need for synthetic interventions. Don’t let anyone convince you otherwise.
The Absurdity of Methane Reduction via Bovaer
The idea of feeding cattle a toxic synthetic substance to reduce methane is, frankly, ridiculous. For millennia, plants and herbivores have coexisted in a natural cycle that effectively balances carbon. The problem isn’t the cattle—it’s industrial farming practices that disrupt this balance.
If farmers focused on regenerative agriculture—a method that promotes soil health, biodiversity, and natural carbon cycling—there would be no need for Bovaer. Instead of addressing the root cause of the problem, we’re creating a new one with synthetic solutions that threaten human and environmental health.
A Call for Accountability
As someone deeply passionate about the integrity of our food supply, I’m appalled by what we as a human race are doing to our planet. Bovaer is just one example of how we’re prioritising short-term fixes over long-term sustainability. It’s time to take a stand against these practices.
At Broth of Life, we are committed to providing you with bone broth made from cattle raised on organic, regenerative farms. We refuse to compromise on quality, sustainability, or ethics. When you choose our products, you can rest assured that you’re supporting a company that values health—yours and the planet’s.
Let’s demand better. Let’s choose transparency and sustainability. Together, we can preserve the natural food supply for generations to come.
