The Protein PACT
@TheProteinPACT
Followers
12,559
Following
979
Media
838
Statuses
2,161
Protein PACT partners are establishing transparent baselines and verifying progress toward ambitious targets for people, animals, communities, and the planet.
Joined December 2021
Don't wanna be here?
Send us removal request.
Explore trending content on Musk Viewer
Chan
• 361693 Tweets
Kalafina
• 156062 Tweets
梶浦さん
• 38864 Tweets
渋沢栄一
• 32046 Tweets
Into the Depth with YUTA
• 30821 Tweets
GORGEOUS ORCHID X LOVERRUKK
• 25899 Tweets
#LINEMANถูกสุดทุกวันxENGFA
• 23015 Tweets
Summering
• 16334 Tweets
#GGUM1stWin
• 14733 Tweets
沖縄独立
• 14158 Tweets
Gセルフ
• 13187 Tweets
木村ミノル
• 10148 Tweets
Pinned Tweet
The
#ProteinPACT
unites partners across
#AnimalAgriculture
to accelerate progress toward
#GlobalGoals
for healthy people, animals, communities, and the climate. Explore our goals & progress:
198
411
2K
The
#ProteinPACT
unites partners across
#AnimalAgriculture
to accelerate progress toward
#GlobalGoals
for healthy people, animals, communities, and the climate. Explore our goals & progress: .
251
589
3K
February is
#AmericanHeartMonth
. Did you know that lean beef can play a positive role in heart health? Check out the evidence:
104
301
2K
Here's a hot
#FoodFact
for the next time you dig into the perfect chicken sandwich: the environmental footprint of chicken production in the United States has decreased by 50% over the last several decades.
143
268
2K
#DidYouKnow
: U.S. beef is continuously improving production resilience and efficiency? One beef cow in the United States produces the same amount of beef as 2.66 cows in other countries.
126
196
1K
Iron is an essential mineral that helps maintain strength and energy, and -- according to
@RedCross
-- eating meat boosts iron "far more" than plant-based sources.
74
218
1K
#DidYouKnow
: Animal feed puts to good use roughly 113.6m tons of materials annually that would otherwise end up in landfills. Learn more about how
#ProteinPACT
partner
@FeedFolks
is
#upcycling
:
43
212
902
#DidYouKnow
: In 2020, 10.3% of total U.S. employment was related to the agricultural and food sectors. More than 6 million people work in the meat sector alone.
18
101
648
Between 1961 and 2019, the U.S. beef industry has reduced emissions per pound of beef by more than 40%, while producing more than 60% more beef per animal.
#SustianbleBeef
(USDA-NASS, 2021; UN FAO, 2021)
31
169
612
#FeedFact
: California ($19.5B), Missouri ($18.6B), and Texas ($17.1B) are the top animal food-producing states. Learn more:
9
70
363
#AgriBusiness
Fact: Meat and poultry contribute more than $1 trillion to the U.S. economy every year, putting it at the center of solutions for the future.
19
37
267
This
#NationalDairyMonth
, find out how dairy foods provide a unique nutrient profile that can help make eating healthy easier!
11
28
212
Iron deficiency in childhood can cause irreversible harm to kids' developing brains. That's one important reason to
#PrioritizeProtein
in diets at all ages.
6
39
155
#DidYouKnow
: Researchers have found that iron deficiencies increased in the United States as beef intake decreased. That's why it is important to
#PrioritizeProtein
and
#EatBeef
!
13
35
155
#DidYouKnow
a 3-ounce serving of grilled veal has 27g of protein - 54% of the recommended daily protein intake for adults.
19
14
139
.
@GHGGuru
joined
#COP27
virtually, highlighting evidence on how to measure and optimize livestock’s environmental footprint, which contributes to sustainable
#FoodSecurity
.
In
@IICAnews
pavilion at
#COP27
now: the unique role of nutrient-dense animal proteins in achieving
#GlobalGoals
.
0
8
15
1
10
30
#DYK
40% of ingredients used in animal feed are left over from making other products? Using these "coproducts" & "byproducts" helps produce nutrient-dense food like meat & milk and keeps >113 million metric tons of waste out of landfills every year.
5
8
20
Today,
#AnimalAg
makes nutrient-dense foods like meat, milk & eggs more sustainably than ever before. Learn more about our targets and progress to help
#EndHunger
, achieve
#GlobalGoals
, and contribute to sustainable
#FoodSystems
.
0
0
9
Some
#FoodIntelligence
shared by
@GlobalFoodJust1
-- did you know that most of beef's water footprint comes from natural rainfall that would fall on pastures with or without animals?
#SustainableBeef
0
10
16
In
@IICAnews
pavilion at
#COP27
now: the unique role of nutrient-dense animal proteins in achieving
#GlobalGoals
.
0
8
15
It's
#AgricultureDay
@COP28
, and U.S. cattle rancher
@onlymake1038
joins
@SecVilsack
in the U.S. Center at
#COP28
to highlight how beef producers are leading the way for biodiversity, climate, and more.
1
0
8
#ProteinPACTSpotlight
:
@MeatInstitute
member
@SmithfieldFoods
donated $100,000 to
@RipeRevival
, a non-profit helping to
#EndHunger
in food deserts throughout North Carolina. Learn more:
0
1
13
Delighted to join the
@CIACulinary
#FlavorSummit
and be able to host
@GHGGuru
and
@CertAngusBeef
for a panel discussion on livestock and
#sustainability
, from scientific evidence to how a brand puts sustainable practices into action.
0
7
11
The
#ProteinPACT
unites partners across animal agriculture to accelerate progress toward
#GlobalGoals
for healthy people, animals, communities, and a healthy environment. Explore our goals & progress:
0
5
13
#DidYouKnow
: Meat, poultry, and dairy are complete proteins, rich sources of nutrients and amino acids that would be difficult or impossible to replace from other foods.
#EatMeat
1
3
12
#DidYouKnow
that animal agriculture can help use up products that would otherwise go to waste? In fact, more than 40% of ingredients used in animal feed are left over from making other products - for example, distillers’ grains.
#Upcyclers
#ProteinPACT
0
10
11
Want to know more about why
#MeatIsImportant
? According to
@FAO
, livestock is a vital component of the global economy, supporting 1.3 billion livelihoods around the world and accounting for 40% of global ag output by value.
#Yes2Meat
#PrioritizeProtein
0
10
12
#EarthWeek2023
#EarthDay
Curious how foods like meat and dairy drive sustainability solutions?
@MeatVP
shares examples here of measurement and progress across the sector in his article here:
28
6
12
Asked about research funding and evidence,
@GHGGuru
says he’s proud his job description includes working with those who make food, and he thinks it’s in everyone’s interest for industry to continue stepping up with investments and innovation.
#ClimateAction
Happening now in the
@IICAnews
pavilion,
#ProteinPACT
is hosting a panel of experts on
#AnimalAg
. Emissions, nutrient-density, and practices across the animal ag value chain all come into play as we advance sustainable
#FoodSystems
solutions.
#IICAinCOP28
0
1
5
0
3
11
Pete Dull is a third-generation pig farmer in Ohio. For 30 years, he has continued his grandfather's tradition of giving back to their community and those in need.
#PorkCares
Meet Pete:
0
1
7
#IronDeficiency
can make it harder for kids to focus and learn at school. That's why it's critical that children enjoy a robust
#ProteinRich
diet.
0
8
10
Combatting food insecurity across the country is a team effort, and
@MeatInstitute
members are doing their part. Just one example: Caviness Beef Packer donated 2,000 food packages to
@hpfoodbank
to fight hunger in Texas!
#EndHunger
#ProteinPACTSpotlight
0
1
5
No matter their farm size or production practices, farmers & ranchers share a common commitment to animal care & producing the highest-quality food.
#ProteinPACT
partner
@AnimalAg
shares standards for different animals here: .
0
4
10
1.3 billion people globally depend on livestock for their livelihoods. Our
#ProteinPACT
vision will ensure
#AnimalAg
supports familes, workers & sustainable
#FoodSystems
for generations to come.
0
4
9
Asked about challenges including expanding tech and data use in farming for climate solutions,
@KristjanHebert
reminds us that farmers have never shied away from growth, evolution, and hard work. So true.
.
@MeatInstitue
@MeatVP
continues our
#COP28
engagement w/
@IICANews
and the Canadian Alliance for Net Zero Agri-food, sharing the Protein PACT vision and concrete progress for
#AnimalAg
at the heart of climate and
#FoodSecurity
solutions.
#IICAInCOP28
#AgOfTheAmericas
#CANZA
0
1
2
0
1
7
@MeatInstitute
reports the meat & poultry sector contributes more than $1 trillion to the U.S. economy, supporting more than 6 million jobs. The sector is driving solutions that advance good jobs, strong communities, a healthy environment, and more.
0
5
10
@MeatInstitute
@MeatInstitute
aims for 100% of members to set science-based emissions targets by 2030. The new data report shows 14 members have set/committed to set a
@ScienceBased
target; more than 60% of reporting establishments are covered by company commitments to set emissions goals.
1
3
4
About 1/3 of a dairy cow's diet consists of "byproducts" from another crop or product that would otherwise be wasted (think almond hulls or citrus peels). Learn more:
0
3
8
Some
#Eggscellent
environment facts: U.S. egg producers have reduced their carbon footprint by 71% over the last several decades!
#Foodintelligence
0
2
8
In the United States, agriculture directly supports >20 million jobs and >$818 billion in wages. Agriculture, including
#AnimalAg
, contributes $7 trillion to the U.S. economy every year.
0
3
8
Did you know most dairy farms recycle water 3 to 5 times? A huge shoutout to
#SustainableDairy
and all the farmers who work hard to be
#WaterWise
!
0
6
8
"Meat, eggs and milk offer crucial sources of much-needed nutrients which cannot easily be obtained from plant-based foods, a new report issued today by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) says."
🔴| New Release
@FAO
published an evidence and policy overview on🍗🥚 the Contribution of terrestrial animal source food to healthy diets for improved nutrition and health outcomes 🥛🍳
If you’re curious to learn more, check this article👇
1
13
27
0
5
8
Sustainable
#AnimalAg
is a priority and a collaborative effort around the world!
🇬🇧 🐖🐂🐑 features at an industry reception during
#meatconference
Dallas.
@TheAHDB
@AHDB_BeefLamb
and
@tradegovukUSA
on the front foot.
UK product appreciated by our American chums both here and during a trade show earlier
1
2
14
0
5
8
The pork 'We Care' commitment sets out principles that govern animal care, environmental protection and food safety on the 67,000 pig farms around the country. Learn more:
0
0
5
#ProteinPACT
partner
@MeatInstitute
aims for 100% of its members to have GHG reduction targets approved by
@ScienceTargets
initiative by 2030.
#COP27
#LetsTalkLivestock
📢 Cutting livestock methane emissions for stronger
#ClimateAction
@FAO
works with countries to tackle
#methane
emissions from livestock systems.
🌎🌍🌏
#ClimateCrisis
0
12
37
0
6
8
Animal agriculture is all about upcycling - the animals turn plants humans can’t eat into high-quality protein, graze on land that isn’t suitable for growing crops, and producers turn waste into valuable co-products and by-products.
By processing
#waste
streams from
#food
&
#ag
we can reduce
#pollution
&
#methane
-
#circulareconomy
#COP27
#AGDay
@TheProteinPACT
#IICA
1
1
3
0
4
7
Thomas Titus comes from a six-generation farming family and hopes that his pig farm's focus on the environment, community and animal care will allow his two young daughters to become the next generation.
#PorkCares
Meet Thomas:
0
2
6
Following
#COP27
and interested in animal agriculture's progress toward
#GlobalGoals
? Don't miss expert panels organized by the
#ProteinPACT
in
@IICANews
1st ever Americas ag pavilion. Thread/
1
10
7
Watching your cholesterol and heart health? More than 20 studies have shown that eating lean beef as part of a heart-healthy diet can help maintain normal cholesterol levels.
#EatMeat
#YourPlateOurPriority
0
1
6
#DidYouKnow
that food waste is responsible for nearly as much GHG emissions as road transportation? According to
@UNFAO
, meat and dairy are 2-3x less likely to be wasted than fruits and veg.
0
0
7
One large egg contains 13 essential vitamins and minerals, 6 grams of protein and only 70 calories. With a package like that, it’s no wonder they are considered nature’s multivitamin!
#eggscellent
0
1
4
Dairy + meat are two of the items food banks need most, but many have limited capacity to safely store them.
#ProteinPACT
partners have committed to fill this “protein gap” to make sure families facing hunger have access to the high-quality protein they need!
#EndHunger
0
1
7
The Protein PACT is a proud sponsor of IICA's
#COP28
pavilion showcasing sustainable agriculture of the Americas. We look forward to joining all COP28 delegates in Dubai to share our partners' ambitious commitments and proof of progress toward
#GlobalGoals
.
Agriculture and climate action: an IICA website that will exhibit the collective work of countries in the Americas at COP28 – showcasing advances by the hemisphere’s agriculture sector in the area of sustainability 📰👇
0
4
5
0
1
4
#VitaminB12
is critical for children's brain development, and it's ONLY naturally found in nutrient-dense animal-source foods like meat, eggs, and dairy.
1
5
7
Whether it's carne asada, burgers, or mom’s meatloaf, beef is at the center of so many meals that warm the heart and soul. That’s just one of the reasons we’re working to make sure meat has a sustainable place on family tables for generations to come!
#ProteinPACT
0
0
7
Excited to be at
#FoodFluence
to host a panel featuring experts in meat, nutrition, environment, and ethics and to discuss how evidence about meat can factor in to
#whatRDsdo
.
#ProteinPACT
Thread/
1
1
7
Did you know 1.5 million jobs in the U.S. depend on the beef supply chain?
#EatBeef
to support livelihoods and the economy -- it's that simple!
#SustainableBeef
#USRSB
1
2
7
#FoodFact
: One large egg provides 13 essential vitamins and minerals and 6g of protein, with only 70 calories!
1
5
7
#DidYouKnow
: The integration of crops and livestock enhances carbon and nitrogen cycling, contributing to healthy soil composition. Learn more:
0
1
6
The future of sustainable dairy farming is happening today. The dairy community is dedicated to addressing climate change and water quality while providing nutritious and affordable foods that will nourish generations to come.
#SustainableDairy
0
0
6
According to
@FeedingAmerica
, meat and dairy are 2 of the top 3 most needed items for food banks and charities serving the >34 million American who face hunger. That's one reason to
#PrioritizeProtein
in actions to end
#FoodInsecurity
.
0
2
6
#DidYouKnow
: 85% of American beef comes from
@NationalBQA
certified farms and ranches. Learn more:
1
2
5
At
#MeatConference
? Look out for our
#ProteinPACT
participants and sponsors, and we hope you'll strike up a conversation about how you're working to sustain meat for healthy families, communities, and the climate!
0
2
7
We can't wait to join
#ProteinPACT
partner
@USRSBeef
at the
@AnimalAgTech
Summit. USRSB is hosting the summit's roundtable sessions & holding its own roundtable focused on connecting data & technology solutions w/producers to enhance
#sustainability
across the beef supply chain.
0
4
7
@MeatInstitute
@sciencebased
Another key
@MeatInstitute
target is to ensure families facing hunger can access enough high-quality protein. Examples of companies donating to food banks/charities include
@HormelFoods
,
@TysonFoods
,
@SmithfieldFoods
,
@BobEvansFarms
, and
@SwaggertysFarm
, among many others.
0
2
4
Animal feed plays a huge role in sustaining your favorite foods like meat and dairy for generations to come. Congratulations to
#ProteinPACT
partner
@FeedFolks
and
#IFEEDER
for launching major new tools to advance sustainability in the sector!
0
4
6
Through the Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Animal Care Program, dairy farmers ensure their cows are well-cared for. They provide a nutritious diet, plenty of water and well-ventilated, well-lit barns, all of which help keep cows healthy.
0
2
5
#ProteinPACT
partner
@NationalCorn
supports U.S. corn farmers' continuous improvement. Corn is a key ingredient in livestock feed and helps sustain nutrient-dense foods like meat and dairy for generations to come. Learn more:
1
2
5
Nutrient-dense foods like meat and dairy are essential to
#EndHunger
and achieve sustainable
#FoodSystems
.
#ProteinPACT
partners are participating in
@FoodSystems
stocktaking in Rome this week to share how
#AnimalAg
drives solutions for the people, animals & climate of tomorrow.
1
1
5
We're proud to shine a
#ProteinPACTSpotlight
on
#ProteinPACT
endorser
@SostenCarni
which is a leader in demonstrating the role of meat production and consumption in healthy diets, sustainable food systems, and the food cultures we all love.
1
1
4
There's no triumph like fighting to
#EndHunger
!
@MeatInstitute
member
@Triumph_Foods
gives back through big contributions to food banks -- one donation alone delivered more than 1,500 cases of lean meat to supply 8,000 meals.
#ProteinPACTSpotlight
0
0
4
.
@WHO
recommends introducing nutrient-dense animal-source foods to kids' diets at 6 months. Our
#ProteinPACT
vision will allow us to continue providing these important foods now and for the future.
#YourPlateOurPriority
0
4
5
@LivestockVoice
@MeatVP
@MeatInstitute
@animalag
@IPPEexpo
@AvecPoultry
@BirtheSteenberg
@AndreaBertaglio
@USPOULTRY1947
@animalhealthEU
Really excited to share with partners across animal agriculture and around the world and to keep working together to drive solutions 🙌
0
1
6
Dairy foods provide about 52% of the calcium, 51% of the vitamin D and 17% of the protein consumed by Americans.
#DairyNutrition
0
1
6
U.S. meat & poultry support more than 6 million U.S. jobs, and our
#ProteinPACT
vision will ensure
#AnimalAg
continues supporting farmers, workers, families, and sustainable
#FoodSystems
for generations to come.
0
1
4
California dairy producers are on track to reduce methane emissions by 40% by 2030. Just one example of how the foods you love like meat and dairy are driving solutions for the environment we all share.
#ProteinPACT
🚨NEW PAPER🚨
California dairy is on track to meet state methane reduction goals with aggressive mitigation.
Authored with Daniel Sumner &
@ErmiasKebreab
(
@ucdavisCAES
), we investigate how dairy can reduce CH4 by 40% w/ digesters & additives.
Read more:
1
25
73
0
3
6
Meat is uniquely suited to provide kids with nutrient-dense, high-quality protein essential to meet their growth and brain development needs!
#PrioritizeProtein
#YourPlateOurPriority
Happy National School Breakfast Week! This week join us as we celebrate the importance of school breakfast, highlighting its value in improving children’s health and education outcomes.
#NSBW23
10
32
64
0
5
6
@MeatInstitute
This year, the number of companies submitting data grew by nearly 60% and the data collected now cover more than half of all establishments operated by
@MeatInstitute
members.
1
2
2
Technology is evolving quickly and helps drive continuous improvement in
#AnimalAg
- one key trend
@MeatVP
highlighted recently during
@TheEconomist
Sustainability Week.
0
1
6
Canadian cattle producer Bob Lowe discussed the
#CircularEconomy
of cattle, from crops to manure and back, which helps producers of all sizes produce much-needed food, sustainably.
0
4
6
#FoodFact
: You might be surprised to learn that livestock provide 25% of the protein consumed in the world, while accounting for less than 15% of human-induced GHGs globally.
#PrioritizeProtein
#SustainableMeat
#EatMeat
0
4
6
Looking forward to the opportunity to share how partners across
#AnimalAg
are driving solutions for healthy diets and sustainable
#FoodSystems
!
Want to get involved in the
@AIMforClimate
Summit happening May 8-10 in Washington, D.C.? Host a breakout session, become an exhibitor, or coordinate
a site tour. Apply before Feb 24!
More info:
#USDAScience
|
#AIM4CSummit
0
9
16
0
3
6
More than 100,000 farmers and ranchers participate in the Beef Quality Assurance program (
@NationalBQA
), a testament to the beef community’s commitment to animal welfare and safety.
0
1
6
If the land that cattle graze was developed, 10-30% of the world's carbon would be released into the atmosphere -- instead of storing it in soil. That's
#SustainableBeef
!
0
2
6
Want to know more about why
#MeatIsImportant
? According to
@FAO
, livestock is a vital component of the global economy, supporting 1.3 billion livelihoods around the world and accounting for 40% of global ag output by value.
#Yes2Meat
#PrioritizeProtein
0
5
6
#AnimalAg
is one important part of the future of family farming in the United States. Family farms account for nearly 98% of all U.S. farms.
0
0
6
Optimizing environmental footprint is key bc nutrient-dense meat & dairy are the best and sometimes only source of nutrients needed in healthy diets. 3/
1
3
5
Thanks to all our panelists, the audience, and our hosts
@IICAnews
for an awesome 1st
#ProteinPACT
panel at
#COP27
. Sustainable livestock efforts across regions & production systems are central to achieving
#GlobalGoals
.
@ILRI
@USDA
@NationalPork
@INAC_Uruguay
@MakuviseT
Learning about the importance and essential role of integrated livestock in the carbon and nutrition security conversation with
@CGIARclimate
facilitated by
@NationalPork
and featuring Bill Hohenstein
@USDA
and
@ILRI
at
#COP27
#TogetherforImplementation
0
0
4
0
2
6
Meat is uniquely suited to provide kids with a nutrient-dense, high-quality protein essential to meet their growth and brain development needs.
#PrioritizeProtein
#YourPlateOurPriority
0
2
6
Happy
#NationalAgDay
! There are more than 2 million farms across the United States -- and 98% are family operated. Take time today to
#ThankAFarmer
and rancher for keeping food on our tables!
0
2
6
Protein is critical for healthy diets, and evidence shows that including pork in your diet is associated with overall better diet quality.
#Yes2Meat
#MeatIsNutritious
#MeatUp
0
5
6
Increasing women's roles in livestock management is associated with reduced debt, increased incomes, and decreased anxiety symptoms, per
@ILRI
. Support
#WomenInAg
to make a life-changing difference!
#AgriBusiness
#MeatIsImportant
2
2
6
Exciting to hear experiences from such diverse perspectives - youth pastoralists, Brazilian dairy, science, and finance. All are critical for driving
#FoodSecurity
and climate solutions through
#AnimalAg
!
Lowering
#Livestock
Emissions-An Opportunity for the World - panel in
#IICA
#Sustainable
Agriculture of the Americas pavilion at
#COP28
@the_IDB
@ILRI
@CGIAR
@FoundationFAR
@IICAnews
@IICAnoticias
👇👇
0
3
10
0
3
5
Meat was very much on the agenda
@ReutersScience
, as it should be since meat plays a critical role in sustainable
#FoodSecurity
solutions. Want to know why/how? Thread/
On any morning at the COP27 climate conference, you can expect a gauntlet of anti-meat protesters wearing pig and cow costumes, holding banners decrying the carbon footprint of livestock, and chanting slogans like "Let's be vegan, let's be free."
1
2
2
1
2
4
We’re at
#COP27
with
@IICAnews
advancing solutions for the future, with nutrient-dense foods like meat, dairy, and eggs at the center of sustainable
#FoodSecurity
.
0
5
5
One large egg has varying amounts of 13 essential vitamins and minerals, six grams of protein and only 70 calories. With a package like that, it’s no wonder they are considered nature’s multivitamin!
#eggscellent
0
0
5