Livestock Production (Book with DVD)

Livestock are domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce commodities such as food,  ber, and labor. The term is often used to refer solely to those raised for food, and sometimes only farmed ruminants, such as cattle and goats. Animal husbandry practices have varied widely across cultures and time periods. Originally, livestock were not con ned by fences or enclosures, but these practices have largely shifted to intensive animal farming, sometimes referred to as factory farming. These practices increase yield of the various commercial outputs, but have led to increased concerns about animal welfare and environmental impact.

Livestock production continues to play a major economic and cultural role in numerous rural communities.