Rearing animals for the production of milk, meat and other products is known as _____________.
Animal husbandry is the branch of agriculture concerned with animals that are raised for meat, fiber, milk, eggs, or other products.
It includes day-to-day care, selective breeding, and the raising of livestock. The breeding, maintenance, and slaughter of these animals, known as animal husbandry.
It is a component of modern agriculture that has been practiced in many cultures since humanity's transition to farming from hunter-gatherer lifestyles.
Animal husbandry practices have varied widely across cultures and time periods.
Thus, correct answer is option D.