The rearing of livestock refers to the process of breeding, feeding, and caring for animals that are raised for meat, dairy products, wool, or other purposes.
Related terms
Pastoralism: Pastoralism is an extensive form of animal husbandry that involves raising grazing animals such as cattle or sheep in open pastures. It often occurs in areas with limited arable land.
Dairy farming: Dairy farming focuses primarily on raising cows for milk production. These farms have specialized infrastructure and equipment for milking cows efficiently.
Poultry farming: Poultry farming involves the rearing of birds such as chickens, ducks, or turkeys for meat and egg production. It requires specific housing conditions and feeding practices.