Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Livestock Grazing

Livestock grazing is the practice of allowing animals to feed on grass and other vegetation that is growing in a given area. It is an important method of land management, as it helps to maintain ecosystems, preserve biodiversity, and reduce the risk of wildfires. Additionally, it helps to maintain soil fertility, re…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 4 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 9× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Livestock grazing is the practice of allowing animals to feed on grass and other vegetation that is growing in a given area. It is an important method of land management, as it helps to maintain ecosystems, preserve biodiversity, and reduce the risk of wildfires. Additionally, it helps to maintain soil fertility, reduce soil erosion, and provide an alternative to artificial fertilizers. Livestock grazing is widely used in agriculture to provide food for animals, including beef and dairy cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, horses, and poultry. It is also important for animal health, as it allows for a natural diet and the opportunity for exercise and social interaction.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 9 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Ethology.

Journal editorial board
Hsueh-Wen Chang · Taiwan

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