Is livestock needed for crops?

The value and production of individual crops varies substantially from year to year as prices fluctuate on the world and country markets and weather and other factors influence production. Rice in 2012 was the most valuable agricultural crop in the world. read more

The failure to appreciate the many ways livestock intersect with climate change and food security may reflect wealthy country bias that no longer views livestock as integral to farming, a principal scientist at the International Livestock Research Institute writes in this guest commentary. read more

Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers operate establishments that produce crops, livestock, and dairy products. Work Environment. Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers typically work outdoors, but may spend some time in offices. They often do strenuous physical work. read more