tråg

Tråg is a Swedish term meaning trough, a long, shallow container designed to hold and dispense materials. In agricultural contexts it is commonly used as a feeding trough for livestock, a water trough, or a channel for grain and other bulk goods. The word can refer to any trough-shaped vessel, but its everyday usage is linked to farming and animal husbandry.

The word has Germanic roots, with parallels in other Scandinavian languages and related languages. The form tråg shows how the concept of a trough has long been part of rural life, serving as a simple, durable receptacle for provisions and liquids.

Construction and materials vary by purpose and setting. Traditional tråg are made of wood, which is easy to manufacture and repair, but metal and ceramic variants are also common. Plastic is increasingly used in modern farming for its light weight and ease of cleaning. Size and shape can range from small, portable troughs for individual animals to larger, anchored units designed for large herds.

Typical features include low sides to allow easy access for animals, and a flat base to prevent tipping. Some designs incorporate dividers or channels to separate different types of feed or to regulate portions. While the form is simple, tråg remains a practical component of livestock management and rural infrastructure.