The animals also benefit from this practice. They are healthier from being out where everything is fresh, they have less liklihood of catching diseases, and they have a constant source of nutrition. The incorporation of animals into the farm is helping smaller farmers obtain higher economic gains. This may allow many farms to be able to sustain and stay alive. The incorporation of livestock to crop-only farms can result in more profits to the farmer.
Animals can add stability to the farm and also utilize crop residues.
Many farm animals, such as cows, are ruminant animals. They can convert cellulose into protein, thus not only making use of left over crops, but also crops that are not good for harvesting. They use green plants to increase muscle tissue, milk supply and energy. They can be kept with minimal maintenance, low feed rations, low labor, and in times of need will be available as instant cash. By incorporating animals, farmers buffer themselves against crop only failures.