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What does the term livestock mean?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

Livestock refers to domesticated animals raised in agricultural settings for productive purposes. This includes cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats, pigs, horses, and poultry kept for various products and services. Livestock provide food products (milk, meat, eggs), materials (wool, leather, hides), labor (draft animals for plowing and transport), and manure for fertilization. Livestock farming is integral to agriculture, providing income, nutrition, and supporting livelihoods for millions of rural families.

General · Class 12