Why did the raising of large cattle herds develop in the Great Plains states whereas the finishing of cattle developed in the North Central states?

The raising of large cattle herds in the Great Plains states developed due to the region's vast open grazing lands, which provided ample space for cattle to roam and graze. In contrast, the finishing of cattle took place in the North Central states, where farmers had access to more intensive feed resources and agricultural by-products, allowing for efficient fattening of cattle before market. The differences in geography, climate, and agricultural practices between these regions facilitated this division of labor in the cattle industry.