A feedlot is a large fenced area where a concentrated number of cattle or other livestock are raised and fed a diet of grains and other nutrients to promote rapid growth and weight gain.
"Feedlot" Examples
Usage Examples for "feedlot"
The large feedlot on the outskirts of town provided jobs for many local farmers and ranchers. The cow's diet consisted of a combination of hay and grains, and they were sent to the feedlot until they were ready for slaughter. The government implemented regulations to prevent environmental contamination from the feedlot's waste. The farmer carefully managed the feedlot to ensure that all the animals received adequate nutrition and care. The community was divided on the issue of whether to allow a new feedlot to be built on the edge of town.