feedlot

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Recent Examples of feedlot Previous research has shown that seaweed helps cut methane emissions in feedlot cattle and dairy cows. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024 Earlier studies have found that seaweed can help reduce methane emissions by up to 82 percent in feedlot cattle and more than 50 percent in dairy cows. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024 Many ranchers and feedlot operators are transparent about their practices, providing consumers with the information needed to make informed choices. Arturo MacIas Franco, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025 By obtaining comprehensive documentation, the aim is to streamline the approval process for projects like the expansion of the feedlot. Janean Sorrell, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for feedlot
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feedlot
Noun
  • From the outside, Crystal Meadows looked like every other sprawling ranch on the block.
    Lizz Schumer, People.com, 14 May 2025
  • Growing up in North Dakota gave Duhamel plenty of experience with horses and around farms and ranches.
    Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Noun
  • Later, when the stockyards were in bloody operation, a portion of the river was called Bubbly Creek because it was filled with animal carcasses and waste that would bubble to the surface.
    Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
  • Mars used the inheritance to raise purebred Hereford cattle and to buy a stockyard.
    Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • When the yard was finally cleared of bees, thanks to Stalnacker's quick thinking and a bottle of Dawn dish soap, the cause was discovered.
    Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 16 May 2025
  • Progressive carries are defined as those that move the ball towards the opponent’s goal at least 10 yards from its furthest point in the last six passes, or any carry into the penalty area.
    Beren Cross, New York Times, 15 May 2025
Noun
  • High prices have contributed to homelessness and the growing trend of Californians leaving for cheaper, not greener, pastures in neighboring states, according to recent PPIC analysis.
    Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
  • Taking his cows to pasture, Mr. Parray walks down the narrow road that leads to India’s last checkpoint – barely 500 yards away.
    Fahad Shah, Christian Science Monitor, 5 May 2025

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“Feedlot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feedlot. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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