The verb to husband, meaning "to manage carefully", derives from an older meaning of husband, which in the 14th century referred to the ownership and care of a household or farm, but today means the "control or judicious … See more

Systems
Traditionally, animal husbandry was part of the subsistence farmer's way of life, producing not only the food needed by the family but also the … See more

Dairy
Although all mammals produce milk to nourish their young, the cow is predominantly used throughout the world to produce milk and milk products for human consumption. Other animals used to a lesser extent … See more

Since the 18th century, the farmer John Bull has represented English national identity, first in John Arbuthnot's political satires, and soon … See more

Birth of husbandry
The domestication of livestock was driven by the need to have food on hand when hunting was unproductive. The desirable characteristics of a … See more

Animals are raised for a wide variety of products, principally meat, wool, milk, and eggs, but also including tallow, isinglass and See more

Environmental impact
Animal husbandry has a significant impact on the world environment. Both production and consumption of animal products have increased rapidly. … See more