Approximately two thirds of USA feedlot cattle production is concentrated within the states of Nebraska, Kansas, and Texas. Logically, large abattoirs also are concentrated within this region. What are the 5 leading states in feedlot production? Industry Size, Value, and Location Five states – Texas, Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, and IowaRead More →

Feedlots concentrate animal waste and other hazardous substances that can pollute the air and the water with their runoff. Finishing cattle in this way also consumes huge amounts of grain and water. Is a feedlot a farm? Cattle feedlots and other CAFOs are considered to be factory farms by manyRead More →