Livestock refers to animals (usually domesticated) that are raised on farms or ranches for various purposes such as food, fiber, or labor. Livestock commonly includes animals such as cattle (beef and dairy), pigs, sheep, goats, poultry (chickens, ducks, turkeys), and horses. These animals are bred, raised, and cared for by farmers to produce products like meat, milk, eggs, wool, leather, and more. Livestock farming is an important aspect of agriculture and is practiced globally to meet the human demand for animal-based products.
