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.
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.
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.
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