PIC genetics reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 7.5% in North America, confirmed by peer-reviewed research.
Built on Science
PIC worked with global environmental modeling expert Dr. Greg Thoma to complete a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) measuring the environmental impact of pig breeding on the environmental sustainability of North American pig production.1 The results show full program PIC genetics (sire + dam) emit 7.5% less greenhouse gases than the industry average in North America.
Explore the full North American LCA results in the peer-reviewed Animals article.
Sustainability That’s Built In
Genetic Carbon™ refers to the reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) achieved through PIC’s genetic innovation and genetic improvement.
The environmental benefits are embedded in PIC pigs’ genetics, meaning producers don’t need to change how they raise pigs, invest in new equipment, or feed additives. Every generation of genetic progress delivers greater efficiency — and with it, measurable sustainability benefits.
The Path Forward
PIC partnered with the U.S. National Pork Board and other industry stakeholders to establish a carbon-claiming framework. Now, PIC is working with the Meat Institute to pilot that framework in real production systems. This will ensure producers, packers, and processors can one day credibly claim the environmental value of PIC genetics as part of climate commitments.
Learn more about Genetic Carbon™ and how PIC genetics deliver measurable sustainability.
Dig Deeper
Looking for more detail? Explore the science behind Genetic Carbon™: