Bovaer® approved in China, opening new opportunities to reduce dairy methane emissions

Kaiseraugst (Switzerland), Maastricht (Netherlands), November 6, 2026

dsm-firmenich today announced that Bovaer®, its scientifically proven methane-reducing feed additive, has received approval from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China (MARA) for use in lactating dairy cows.

Published under MARA Announcement No. 1081¹, the registration marks an important milestone for Bovaer® in one of the world’s largest dairy-producing countries and comes as China increases its focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.

China’s Methane Emissions Control Action Plan², published in 2023, identifies agriculture as a key area for action and calls for the development and application of technologies to control enteric methane emissions from livestock. China has also committed to peak carbon dioxide emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060.

Bovaer® is a scientifically proven feed additive, developed through more than 15 years of research and supported by over 150 peer-reviewed scientific publications that demonstrate its safety and effectiveness. Commercially used in markets around the world since 2022, Bovaer® is now fed daily to more than 500,000 cows. Research has shown that Bovaer® reduces enteric methane emissions from dairy cows by around 30% on average, with actual reductions depending on factors including diet, dose and feeding conditions.

“We are excited to see Bovaer® receive registration in China. This important milestone adds another proven tool to support China’s growing commitment to lower-carbon dairy production and to addressing methane emissions from agriculture,” said Sanjay Jain, Global Vice President Bovaer® at dsm-firmenich. “China has a large and increasingly sophisticated dairy industry, with a growing focus on productivity and lower-carbon production. We look forward to working with dairy farmers, customers and partners across the value chain to help turn this ambition into measurable methane reductions on farm.”

About Bovaer®

Bovaer® is a scientifically proven feed additive that helps dairy and beef farmers significantly reduce methane emissions from cattle while continuing to produce the same milk and meat. Developed by dsm-firmenich through more than 15 years of research and innovation, Bovaer® is supported by more than 150 peer-reviewed scientific publications and extensive commercial experience. It has been independently assessed and authorized by leading food and feed safety authorities worldwide, including EFSA. Today, Bovaer® is available in 75 countries and has already helped avoid methane emissions equivalent to more than 900,000 tons of CO₂e.

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About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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¹ Source: Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China (MARA) (2026), Announcement No. 1081 of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China (中华人民共和国农业农村部公告 第1081号), October 21, 2026. Bovaer® is listed under registration number (2026) 外饲准字993号 for use in lactating dairy cows.

² Source: Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China (MEE) et al. (2023), Methane Emissions Control Action Plan (甲烷排放控制行动方案), November 2023. https://www.mee.gov.cn/zcwj/zcjd/202311/t20231107_1055729.shtml