HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -A feedlot is an open space where animals are fattened before slaughter. Beef cattle usually arrive at the feedlot directly from the ranch or farm where they were raised, while poultry and pigs often remain in an automated feedlot from birth until death.

Detailed explanation-2: -Open feedlot operation is an unroofed or partially roofed animal feeding operation if crop, vegetation or forage growth or residue is not maintained as part of the animal feeding operation during the period that animals are con-fined in the animal feeding operation.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are two types of feedlots, outdoor and indoor. The outdoor feedlot is suited for drier climates (Fig. 1.25). In addition to animal comfort, indoor facilities also function to keep feed and bedding dry.