Category: T

take: To grow successfully. Ensuring crops take well involves good soil preparation, seed selection, and care practices, leading to better harvests.

tack: Harness equipment. On tack refers to grazing livestock on another farmer’s fields. Managing tack and grazing agreements can optimize pasture use and animal health.

Technical Committee: A committee appointed by the UK government in 1965, which reviewed the welfare of animals kept under intensive livestock husbandry systems. Understanding the recommendations of such committees can help farmers implement best practices for animal welfare.

transplanter: A machine for transplanting seedlings, especially used for planting brassicas. Using transplanters can enhance planting efficiency and ensure uniform crop growth.

tar oil: A winter wash used to control aphids and scale insects on fruit trees. Using tar oil can protect fruit crops from pests, ensuring better yields and quality.

Trichomonas: A species of long thin parasite which infests the intestines. Trichomonas foetus is a cause of infertility in cattle. Managing Trichomonas infections can improve livestock reproductive performance and farm productivity.

transgenic: Referring to an organism into which genetic material from a different species has been transferred using the techniques of genetic modification. Referring to the techniques of transferring genetic material from one organism to another. An organism produced by genetic modification. Understanding transgenic techniques can help farmers adopt new technologies for improved production.

tuber: A thickened underground part of a plant, such as a potato, used for storage and reproduction. Understanding tuber crops helps farmers optimize harvest and storage practices.

toxicologist: A scientist who specializes in the study of poisons. Consulting toxicologists can provide farmers with expert advice on managing and mitigating toxic risks.

tank mix: The process of mixing several pesticides into one mixture to be used as a spray. Understanding tank mixing techniques can enhance pest control and reduce application costs.

tannin: A brownish or yellowish compound formed in leaves and bark that prevents nutrients from being fully absorbed by grazing livestock. Knowing about tannins can help farmers manage forage quality and livestock nutrition.

Teschen disease: A virus disease of pigs caused by an enterovirus, causing fever, paralysis, and often death. It is a notifiable disease. Recognizing and managing Teschen disease is essential for maintaining herd health and preventing outbreaks.

tea: The dried leaves of one or more shrubs of the Camellia family. Growing tea can provide an alternative income source and contribute to sustainable agriculture practices.

three-times-a-day: A milking system in which cows are milked three times a day. Using this system can increase milk yields and improve dairy farm profitability.

t/ha: t/ha abbreviation tonnes per hectare

thrifty: Referring to an animal which is developing well. Maintaining thrifty animals can enhance overall herd performance and market value.

thrunter: A three-year-old ewe. Managing thrunters effectively can optimize wool and meat production.

trough space: The length of trough that should be allowed per animal in an enclosure, so that they each have space to feed comfortably. Ensuring adequate trough space can prevent competition and improve feeding efficiency.

TB: Abbreviation for total bacterial count. Monitoring TB in milk and other products ensures food safety and quality standards are met.

transmit: To pass on a disease to another animal or plant. Understanding disease transmission can help farmers implement biosecurity measures and protect herd health.

trifolium: The crimson clover (Trifolium incarnatum), a plant which does best on calcareous loams and is grown after cereals as a catch crop. It is planted in mixed herbage as a winter annual for forage, particularly for sheep. Growing trifolium can provide high-quality forage and improve soil health.

tendon: A strip of connective tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone. Understanding the anatomy of livestock, including tendons, can help farmers manage animal health and performance, particularly in working animals.

Tamworth: A breed of pig, red-gold in color, which makes the animal almost immune to sunburn. Tamworths are widely exported due to their ability to thrive in hot sunshine and rough conditions, making them a valuable breed for diverse climates.

Taenia: A genus of tapeworm. Understanding Taenia species is essential for farmers to prevent and treat parasitic infections in livestock, ensuring animal health and productivity.

tolerant variety: A variety of crop which has been developed to withstand a disease or attacks by certain pests. Planting tolerant varieties can reduce the need for chemical inputs and improve crop health and yield.

traces: Side-straps or chains by which a horse pulls a cart or implement. Proper maintenance of traces can ensure the safety and efficiency of horse-drawn equipment.

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.

terra rossa: A red soil that develops over limestone, found in Spain, Southern France, and Southern Italy. Knowing about terra rossa can help farmers select appropriate crops and manage soil health in these regions.

tower silo: A tall circular tower used for storing silage. Using tower silos can optimize space and preserve silage quality for livestock feed.

title deeds: Documents showing who is the owner of a property. Ensuring proper documentation of title deeds can prevent legal disputes and support secure farm ownership.

turkey: A large poultry bird raised for meat. The adult males are called cocks or toms, the adult females are hens. Raising turkeys can provide high-quality meat and diversify poultry production on the farm.

tail corn: Grains of corn of inferior size. Utilizing tail corn effectively can minimize waste and improve overall crop yield and quality.

tick: A tiny parasite that sucks blood from the skin. Managing tick infestations is crucial for livestock health and preventing disease transmission.

trip device: A device used to sense when a person is too close to a hazard and isolate the hazard before contact can occur. Trip devices can take the form of trip bars, as used on some rotating arm bale wrappers. Implementing trip devices can improve farm safety and prevent accidents.

Tarentaise: A breed of dairy cattle from the Savoie region of France, yellowish fawn in color, with black muzzle, ears, and tail. Using Tarentaise cattle can improve dairy production and adapt to specific environmental conditions.

Triticum: The Latin name for wheat. Understanding the scientific classification of crops like Triticum can provide insights into breeding and cultivation practices.

triple-purpose animal: A breed of animal, usually cattle, which is used for three purposes, i.e., for milk, for meat, and as a draught animal. Raising triple-purpose animals can provide diverse income streams and optimize resource use on the farm.

trickle irrigation: Same as drip irrigation. Implementing trickle irrigation can conserve water and improve crop efficiency by delivering water directly to plant roots.

tom turkey: A male turkey. Raising tom turkeys can provide high-quality meat and diversify poultry production on the farm.

tuberculosis: An infectious disease caused by the tuberculosis bacillus, where infected lumps form in tissue and which affects humans and other animals. Cattle and pigs are more commonly affected than other species. It is a notifiable disease. Proper management of tuberculosis can prevent outbreaks and protect livestock and human health.

trotter: A foot of a pig or sheep. Utilizing trotters can provide value-added products and reduce waste in livestock processing.

topsoil: The top layer of soil, often containing organic material, from which chemical substances are washed by water into the subsoil below. Maintaining healthy topsoil is crucial for crop growth and sustainable farm practices.

Trade Union Sustainable Development Advisory Committee: A forum for consultation on environmental issues between the Government and the main TUC-affiliated trade unions in the UK. Abbr TUSDAC. Engaging with such committees can provide farmers with support and resources for sustainable practices.

trench: A long narrow hole in the ground. Proper trenching practices can improve irrigation, drainage, and planting efficiency on the farm.

theaves: Female sheep between the first and second shearing. Managing theaves can optimize wool production and improve breeding programs.

translaminar fungicide: A fungicide that is absorbed into a plant’s system through its leaves. Using translaminar fungicides can provide effective disease control and protect crop health.

thiamine: Vitamin B1, found in yeast, cereals, liver, and pork. Ensuring adequate thiamine in livestock diets can prevent deficiencies and improve overall health and performance.

timberline: US same as treeline. Understanding the timberline helps farmers in planning land use and managing forested areas.

twist: A disease of cereals and grasses which causes malformation of the leaves and stalks due to the growth of internal fungus. This may prevent the ear emerging from its sheath (Dilophospora alopecuri). Recognizing and managing twist can prevent crop losses and improve yield.

ton: A unit of measurement of weight, equal to 1016kg. Also called long ton. US a unit of measurement of weight, equal to 907kg. Also called short ton. Understanding weight measurements is crucial for accurate product sales and logistics.