Agistment is the practice of temporarily housing and caring for livestock, typically cattle or horses, on someone else’s land in exchange for a fee. This arrangement allows the owner of the livestock to provide them with adequate grazing and care when their own land is insufficient or unavailable. The landowner who provides the agistment service is responsible for providing adequate food, water, and shelter for the animals, as well as monitoring their health and well-being. Agistment agreements are typically formalized through a written contract that outlines the terms and conditions of the arrangement.
Agistment is a legal arrangement in which one party (the agistor) agrees to provide care and accommodation for livestock owned by another party (the agistee) in exchange for a fee. The agistor takes responsibility for feeding, watering, and maintaining the animals while they are under their care. Agistment agreements typically outline the terms and conditions of the arrangement, including the duration of the agreement, the fee to be paid, and any specific requirements or restrictions. Agistment is commonly used in the agricultural industry when landowners do not have sufficient pasture or facilities to accommodate their livestock. The legal rights and responsibilities of both parties are usually governed by a written contract, which may also address issues such as liability for injury or loss of the animals.
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