What is ranching?

Ranching is the practice of raising livestock such as cattle, sheep, or horses on large tracts of land called ranches. Ranchers manage animals for meat, wool, or dairy production and often oversee land management, breeding, and animal health. This work involves outdoor labor, equipment operation, and sometimes managing crops or pastures to support the livestock. Ranching is an important part of agriculture, especially in regions with wide open spaces suitable for grazing.