Meat Production

Definition

Meat production refers to the process of raising animals for the purpose of obtaining meat as a food source. It involves various activities such as breeding, feeding, and slaughtering animals.

Analogy

Think of meat production like a factory that produces hamburgers. The animals are like raw materials that go through different stages of processing until they become the final product - delicious burgers ready to be consumed.

Related terms

Factory Farming: Factory farming is a method of intensive animal farming where large numbers of livestock are raised in confined spaces, often with minimal regard for their welfare.

Livestock: Livestock refers to domesticated animals raised in agricultural settings for purposes such as food production, fiber (e.g., wool), or labor.

Slaughterhouse: A slaughterhouse is a facility where animals are killed and processed into meat products for human consumption.