Category: T

trefoil: A leguminous plant, the thin wiry form of a small-flowered yellow clover, sometimes grown in pasture mixtures. It is a useful catch crop, and thrives in marshy acid soils. Growing trefoil can enhance pasture quality and provide forage for livestock.

t/pa: Abbreviation for tonnes per annum. Understanding production rates in terms of tonnes per annum helps in planning and optimizing farm outputs.

toxicity: The degree to which a substance is poisonous or harmful. Monitoring toxicity levels in soil, water, and products can ensure farm safety and compliance with regulations.

tine harrows: Sets of curved tines sometimes used when the soil surface is caked or compacted. A tine harrow will break up the soil to a depth of several inches. Utilizing tine harrows can improve soil structure and promote healthy crop growth.

till: To prepare the soil, especially by digging or plowing, to make it ready for the cultivation of crops. Effective tillage practices can enhance soil structure and fertility, supporting healthy crop growth.

traceability: The concept that each stage in the supply chain from farm to consumer can be traced so that the quality of the food can be guaranteed. Implementing traceability systems can enhance food safety and consumer trust.

tussock grass: A coarse grass growing in tufts. Managing tussock grass can improve pasture quality and support biodiversity.

topper: A machine used to cut the tops off sugar beet. Using toppers can improve crop processing and optimize sugar beet production.

trans- / trans-: Prefix meaning through or across. Understanding prefixes like trans- helps in comprehending agricultural terminology.

trenching: A method of double digging which loosens the soil to a depth of two feet, twice as deep as in plain digging. Implementing trenching can enhance soil structure and fertility, supporting healthy crop growth.

Telemark: A Norwegian breed of dairy cattle. The animals are red with white patches. Telemark cattle are known for their hardiness and good milk production, making them suitable for various farming environments.

transplant: Taking a growing plant from one place and planting it in the soil in another place. A plant taken from one place and planted in the soil in another place. Proper transplanting techniques can improve crop establishment and growth.

tied cottage: A house which can be occupied by the tenant as long as the tenant remains an employee of the landlord. Understanding tied cottage arrangements can provide housing solutions for farm workers and support farm operations.

total bacterial count: A system of calculating the strength of an infection by counting the number of bacteria present in a sample quantity of liquid taken from the animal. Monitoring total bacterial count ensures food safety and quality in dairy and meat products.

tankard: A variety of mangel. Including diverse crops like tankard in farm planning can enhance feed options for livestock and improve farm sustainability.

tracklayer: A heavy-duty caterpillar tractor, used mainly for earthmoving and drainage work. Using tracklayers can improve land preparation and drainage, supporting better crop growth.

two-tooth: A sheep showing two permanent incisors, approximately 18 months old. Managing two-tooth sheep can enhance wool and meat production.

transgenesis: The process of transferring genetic material from one organism to another. Utilizing transgenesis can improve crop and livestock traits, enhancing productivity and resilience.

trimmings: Small pieces of vegetation which have been cut off a hedge when trimming. Utilizing trimmings can reduce waste and provide organic material for composting.

treeline: A line at a specific altitude, above which trees will not grow. A line in the northern or southern hemisphere, north or south of which trees will not grow. Understanding the treeline helps farmers manage land use and plan for climate adaptation.

terminal sire: A sire used in crossbreeding, whose progeny will possess a high rate of growth and good carcass quality, but will not be suitable for breeding themselves. Using terminal sires can improve meat quality and growth rates in livestock, optimizing production for market demands.

tractor-mounted loader: A loader which is mounted on a tractor, and not trailed. Using tractor-mounted loaders can improve efficiency in handling and transporting materials on the farm.

tandem parlour: A milking parlour where the cows stand in line with their sides to the milker. Using tandem parlors can improve milking efficiency and cow comfort, leading to better milk production.

Texel: A breed of sheep from the North of Holland, used to cross-breed as a flock sire. Using Texel sheep can enhance meat production and improve flock genetics, optimizing farm profitability.

thinnings: Small plants removed to let others grow more strongly. Utilizing thinnings can minimize waste and improve overall crop management.

tassel: A male flower of the maize plant. Properly managing tasseling in maize can enhance pollination and grain yield.

tobacco mosaic virus: A virus affecting both tobacco plants and tomatoes. Recognizing and managing tobacco mosaic virus can prevent crop losses and protect farm productivity.

trace element: A chemical element that is essential to organic growth but only in very small quantities. Ensuring adequate trace elements in soil and livestock diets can improve health and productivity.

translocation: A movement of substances through the tissues of a plant. Timing of application is crucial to ensure good control and minimal check to grass growth. Understanding translocation can improve crop management and optimize nutrient use.

tick pyaemia: A disease affecting young lambs resulting in limb joint and internal abscesses. Proper management and treatment of tick pyaemia can improve lamb survival rates and overall flock health.

tree surgeon: A person who specializes in the treatment of diseased or old trees, by cutting or lopping branches. Consulting tree surgeons can ensure proper tree care and maintain the health of farm woodlands.

topping: The process of cutting the leaves and stems from the sugar beet root. It must be done accurately, as overtopping reduces yield. Accurate topping practices can optimize sugar beet yield and quality.

twitch: Same as couch grass. Same as louping-ill. Effective management of twitch can prevent competition with crops and improve pasture quality.

tap: A pipe with a handle that can be turned to make a liquid or gas come out of a container. Having reliable taps and water management systems is crucial for farm irrigation and livestock care.

Tipulidae: A family of insects including crane flies and their larvae, leatherjackets, which destroy plant roots. Managing Tipulidae can prevent damage to crops and maintain soil health.

tapeworm: A parasitic worm with a long flattened segmented body that lives mainly in the guts of vertebrate animals. Managing tapeworm infestations is vital for livestock health and productivity.

toxicological: Referring to toxicology. Understanding toxicological principles can help farmers manage risks associated with pesticides, chemicals, and other toxic substances.

trug: A low fruit or garden basket made of willow strips fastened to a strong framework of ash or chestnut. Using trugs can improve harvesting efficiency and ease of transport for produce.

trichinosis: A disease caused by infestation of the intestine by larvae of roundworms or nematodes, which pass round the body in the bloodstream and settle in muscles. Pigs are usually infected after eating raw swill. Proper management of trichinosis can prevent outbreaks and ensure livestock health.

topper unit: A unit forming part of a two- or three-stage system, with a chopper and blower unit. Utilizing topper units can enhance processing efficiency and product quality.

toxicosis: Poisoning. Recognizing and preventing toxicosis in livestock can improve health and productivity.

thyme: A common aromatic Mediterranean plant (Thymus) used for flavoring soups, stuffings, and sauces. Growing thyme can diversify farm produce and provide value-added culinary herbs.

transport: A system of moving things from one place to another. Road and rail transport. An integrated transport policy. The activity of moving something from one place to another. Understanding transport logistics can improve farm operations and product distribution.

therophyte: An annual plant that completes its life cycle rapidly in favorable conditions, growing from a seed and dying within one season and then surviving the unfavorable season in the form of seeds. Utilizing therophytes can provide quick cover crops and improve soil health.

tomato: An important food crop that produces a round fruit with a bright red skin and pulpy flesh with many seeds. The ripe fruit is used in salads and many cooked dishes, and also pressed to make juice and sauces. Large quantities are also canned. Growing tomatoes can provide a reliable income and meet market demand for fresh produce.

tramline: A path left clear for the wheels of tractors to drive over. They are used as guide marks for spraying and when applying fertilizer so that damage to crops is kept to a minimum. Using tramlines can improve field operations and crop management.

tenderise: To make meat tender by keeping it for a certain time in cold conditions, by applying substances such as papain, by injecting with enzymes, etc. Tenderizing meat can improve its quality and market value, benefiting farmers who sell meat products.

take-all: A disease of wheat and barley, causing black discoloration at the base of the stem, premature ripening, and white ears containing little or no grain. Recognizing and managing take-all can prevent significant yield losses and improve crop health.

tractor vaporising oil: A fuel formerly used in many tractors, now replaced by diesel oil. Abbr TVO. Understanding historical fuel use can provide insights into modern agricultural practices and equipment evolution.

technology: The use of scientific knowledge to develop machines and techniques for use in industry. Staying updated with agricultural technology can improve farm efficiency and productivity.