Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. LCT is a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Process Verified Program (PVP) service provider and has the distinction of having the first PVP for calculating the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for the beef production life cycle.

LCT's science-based certification programs utilize a comprehensive life cycle assessment (LCA) to determine certification scores for candidate cattle based on management practices and cattle performance. This comprehensive analysis, from inception to processing, encompasses emissions originating from various points or phases within the beef value chain. Cattle are evaluated within 60 days of harvest on a scoring system that collects data from three categories: fertilizer, feed and function.

The USDA audits LCT annually to review calculation and analysis methods to ensure accuracy. 

Not necessarily. LCT works with producers that follow both conventional and organic production methods. Grain- and grass-fed cattle can be certified under Low Carbon Beef as long as they meet program and pathway requirements.

No. Certified Low Carbon Beef will still be processed in packing facilities and qualify for the standard USDA grades based on a combination of factors including marbling, maturity and firmness. Quality grades such as Prime, Choice and Select are indications of quality regardless of program enrollment. The management practices and cattle performance measures that reduce GHG emissions are not expected to have a direct impact on quality grade. Producers take pride in offering specialized, high-quality products uniquely different than anything else on the market.

We are currently certifying cattle and developing supply chain pull through to bring Low Carbon Beef to market at scale. Let your grocers and local suppliers know that you want certified low carbon options to be available to you! 

Opportunities currently exist for beef packers, retailers and distributors to be leaders in offering specialty low carbon products. Contact us to learn more.

Products can either be purchased from LCT directly or by contacting your local Select Sires representative. If you are not currently a Select Sires customer, reach out to LCT and we can assist in connecting you. 

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