Annual Awards Program Recognizes Innovation in Agricultural & Food Technologies Around the Globe
Henderson, Nevada, United States – August 21, 2025 – CH4 Global, the maker of an innovative seaweed-based feed additive that reduces methane emissions in cattle, today announced it has been awarded “AgTech Startup of the Year” in the 5th annual AgTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by AgTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global agricultural and food technology markets today.
The company’s flagship solution is Methane Tamer™, a feed additive derived from Asparagopsis, a red seaweed, that has been shown to reduce methane emissions from cattle by up to 90% when added at just .5% of their daily diet. When consumed, the seaweed disrupts an enzymatic process in a cattle's digestive system. Developed through a proprietary cultivation and processing method, the solution is scientifically validated and safe.
Methane Tamer™ Beef Feedlot is the company’s targeted formulation designed specifically for beef cattle in feedlot operations. It delivers a standardized 75% reduction in feedlot enteric emissions throughout its shelf life, and additional formulations are in the pipeline, including Dairy Feedlot, Grazing Dairy, Grazing Beef, Sheep, and Goats.
In addition, CH4 Global’s pond-based EcoPark is the world's first commercial-scale Asparagopsis production facility in South Australia. The facility’s production model slashes operational costs by up to 90% versus conventional seaweed farming. CH4 Global has also forged strategic partnerships with major organizations to help fast-track adoption across diverse supply chains and markets.
“By targeting methane emissions, our solution plays a vital role in helping the world meet its climate commitments. We understand what is required to create a viable solution that is carefully balanced to work for all parties - from food producers and farmers to consumers and governments, while also ensuring quality and efficacy are front and center,” said Dr. Steve Meller, CEO of CH4 Global. “We’re grateful to AgTech Breakthrough for this award as we continue to innovate in the name of sustainable agriculture. Our work paves the way to move from intention to action to meaningful impact, addressing global methane with proven and available solutions.”
The AgTech and ClimateTech sectors are rapidly redefining how food is produced, managed, and distributed – transforming one of the world’s most essential industries. From AI-driven crop analytics and precision farming platforms to sustainable agriculture solutions and autonomous equipment, AgTech is delivering greater efficiency, transparency, and environmental responsibility.
The mission of the annual AgTech Breakthrough Awards program is to shine a spotlight on the breakthrough innovators who are not only keeping pace with this dynamic industry but actively driving it forward. By conducting one of the AgTech industry’s most rigorous evaluations of technology companies, reviewing thousands of award nominations each year, AgTech Breakthrough aims to inspire continued innovation and help propel the global agriculture sector into a smarter, more sustainable future.
“CH4 Global stands at the intersection of environmental stewardship and agricultural innovation, offering a natural, scalable, and economically viable tool to combat climate change. Farmers, food producers and livestock ranchers are looking for cost-effective ways to operate more sustainably, and address methane emissions while also meeting consumer demand for meat and meat products,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director, AgTech Breakthrough. “By aligning economic viability with environmental responsibility, CH4 Global’s sustainable production model can scale globally and make a lasting impact on our planet's future. We’re so thrilled to award them and their future-forward solutions with ‘AgTech Startup of the Year!’”
About CH4 Global
CH4 Global is on a mission to deliver gigaton-scale emissions reductions over the next decade using whole, dried Asparagopsis seaweed – the safest and most effective way of targeting livestock methane. The company's flagship product, Methane Tamer™, leverages Asparagopsis to reduce enteric methane emissions in cattle by up to 90%. Through its innovative EcoPark cultivation system, CH4 Global is scaling rapidly to meet global demand, ensuring profitability throughout the supply chain without relying on subsidies. Headquartered in Henderson, Nevada, with operations in Australia and New Zealand, CH4 Global is pioneering a new era of sustainable animal agriculture; to learn more, please visit www.ch4global.com.
About AgTech Breakthrough
Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the AgTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in agricultural & food technologies, services, companies, and products around the world. The AgTech Breakthrough Awards program provides a forum for public recognition around the achievements of AgTech companies and solutions in categories including farm management, indoor farming, IoT and robotics, FoodTech, analytics, and more. For more information, visit AgTechBreakthrough.com.
Tech Breakthrough LLC does not endorse any vendor, product, or service depicted in our recognition programs, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with award designations. Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Tech Breakthrough LLC disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this recognition program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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