Tailbiting
by tailbiting: A form of behavior, especially associated with pigs, where an animal bites the tail of another animal. Addressing tailbiting is important for animal welfare and preventing injuries that can lead to infections.
Certificate Of Attestation
Certificate of Attestation: A certificate given to an attested herd. Maintaining herd health and obtaining certificates of attestation helps farmers comply with regulations and market high-quality livestock.
Grain Weevil
grain weevil: A grain weevil is a reddish-brown weevil that lays eggs in stored grain, with larvae feeding inside the grain. Managing grain weevils protects stored grain from infestation, ensuring quality and preventing economic losses.
Welsh Mountain
Welsh mountain: A hardy breed of sheep, well adapted to wet conditions. The animals are small with white faces and very fine fleece, and only the rams have horns. Raising Welsh mountain sheep can provide high-quality wool and meat, enhancing farm income.
Cutter Bar
Cutter Bar: Cutter bar noun a device on a mower or combine harvester, formed of a number of metal fingers which support the knife. Utilizing cutter bars enhances farm machinery efficiency and crop harvesting.
Corn Cockle
Corn Cockle: Corn cockle noun a poisonous weed (Agrostemma githago) with a tall stem and purple flowers. Managing corn cockle involves using weed control measures to protect crops.
Food Supply
Food Supply: 1. The production of food and the way in which it gets to the consumer. 2. A stock of food. Properly managing food supply ensures food security and supports farm productivity.
Farrowing Crate
Farrowing Crate: A steel frame holding the sow during farrowing to help prevent the overlying of piglets. This crate improves piglet survival rates and supports sow welfare.
Agriculture And Rural Affairs Department
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Department: The department of the devolved Welsh Assembly government which deals with farming, the environment, animal welfare, and rural development in Wales. Abbr ARAD. Farmers in Wales benefit from the resources and support provided by ARAD to improve their practices and sustainability.
Water-Soluble
water-soluble: Able to dissolve in water. Using water-soluble nutrients can improve plant health and growth, enhancing crop yields.
Scottish Enterprise
Scottish Enterprise: The main economic development agency for Scotland, dealing with education, communications and the expansion of businesses. Abbr SE. Farmers benefit from engaging with Scottish Enterprise for support and resources to grow their agricultural businesses.
Net Value Added
net value added: the annual value of goods sold and services paid for inside a country, less tax and Government subsidies, and also allowing for the depreciation of capital assets. Abbr NVA. Net value added is an important economic indicator for farmers, reflecting the true economic contribution of their farming operations. Understanding and optimizing net value added can help farmers make informed financial decisions, improve efficiency, and increase profitability. By focusing on value-added products and services, farmers can enhance their income streams and build a more resilient business.
Food Product Stress Management Resources
The tools and resources that help employees manage stress and maintain mental health, including relaxation techniques, counseling services, and wellness programs. For example, providing food product stress management resources to support employee well-being and performance.
Dairy Energy Efficiency
The practices and technologies used to reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency in dairy production and processing. For example, adopting energy-efficient equipment and renewable energy sources to improve dairy energy efficiency.
Veterinary Investigation Diagnosis Analysis
Veterinary Investigation Diagnosis Analysis: A method of data recording and retrieval for veterinary diagnostic laboratories. Using VIDA can improve disease tracking and management in livestock.
Metaldehyde
metaldehyde: a substance used in the form of pellets to kill slugs and snails, or in the form of small blocks to light fires. Understanding the application and effects of metaldehyde can help farmers manage pest infestations more effectively, ensuring better crop health and yields.
Crop Breeder
Crop Breeder: Crop breeder noun a person who specializes in developing new varieties of crops. Crop breeders depend on wild plants to develop new and stronger strains. Engaging with crop breeders supports agricultural innovation and crop improvement.
Dairy Regulation
Laws and rules governing the production, processing, and sale of dairy products to ensure safety and quality. For example, complying with dairy regulations to operate a dairy farm and sell milk legally.
Storage Drying
storage drying: a method of drying bales of hay by blowing air through them. (NOTE: There are several methods of storage drying. In a building with airtight sides, air is forced up through ventilation holes in the floor. In open barns, radial drying or a centre duct system is used.) Properly managing storage drying ensures high-quality fodder for livestock, supporting nutrition and farm productivity.
Seminal Propagation
seminal propagation: The process of growing new plants from seed or from tubers such as potatoes. Farmers benefit from using seminal propagation for crop production and genetic diversity.
Corn Spurrey
Corn Spurrey: Corn spurrey noun a common weed (Spergula arvensis) with matted growth which makes it difficult to eradicate in row crops. Managing corn spurrey involves using integrated weed management strategies.
Triazine
triazine: One of a group of soil-acting herbicides, e.g., Atrazine and Simazine. Maize is tolerant to these substances. Triazines will no longer be approved for use in the UK after December 2007. Understanding herbicide regulations can help farmers choose safe and effective weed control methods.
Alpine Plants
alpine plants: Plants which grow on high mountains. Alpine vegetation grows above the treeline. Understanding alpine plants helps farmers manage biodiversity and grazing resources in high-altitude areas.
Nitrogen Cycle
nitrogen cycle: the set of processes by which nitrogen is converted from a gas in the atmosphere to nitrogen-containing substances in soil and living organisms, then converted back to a gas. Nitrogen is absorbed into green plants in the form of nitrates, the plants are then eaten by animals, and the nitrates are returned to the ecosystem through animals excreta or when an animal or a plant dies. The nitrogen cycle is fundamental to maintaining soil fertility and supporting plant growth. Farmers can benefit from understanding and managing the nitrogen cycle on their farms. Practices like crop rotation, cover cropping, and the use of legumes can enhance nitrogen fixation and improve soil health. By optimizing the nitrogen cycle, farmers can reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers, lower input costs, and promote sustainable farming practices.
Forage Feeding
Forage Feeding: The practice of cutting herbage from a sward or foliage from other crops for feeding fresh to animals. Properly managing forage feeding ensures high-quality nutrition and livestock health.
Oestrus
oestrus: One of the periods of the oestrous cycle that occurs in mature female mammals that are not pregnant. In this period ovulation normally occurs and the female is ready to mate. Recognizing oestrus signs helps farmers time breeding for optimal success, improving reproductive efficiency and herd productivity.
Food Product Edge Computing Technologies
The systems and applications that use edge computing to process data closer to the source, reducing latency and improving efficiency in food production and distribution. For example, implementing food product edge computing technologies to enhance real-time monitoring and decision-making.
Extensification Schemes
extensification schemes: Pilot schemes for beef cattle and sheep which were begun in 1990 to offer compensation to farmers who reduced their beef output or the number of sheep by at least 20% and maintained this reduction over a 5-year period. The schemes were aimed at a less intensive use of land and reduction in the use of pesticides and fertilizers. Participating in extensification schemes helps farmers adopt sustainable practices and receive financial support.
Salivation
salivation: The production of saliva. Farmers benefit from monitoring salivation to ensure livestock are healthy and well-nourished.
Synthetise
synthetise: to produce a substance by chemical synthesis. Understanding and using synthesis effectively supports efficient farm operations and productivity.
Beef Prostate Gland
The prostate gland of cattle, often used for medicinal purposes. For example, producing beef prostate gland for pharmaceutical and health applications.
Genetic Engineering
genetic engineering: Same as genetic modification. Abbr: GE. Genetic engineering allows for the development of crops with improved yields, resistance to pests, and better nutritional profiles, benefiting farmers by enhancing productivity and reducing losses.
Pulling Peas
pulling peas: Peas harvested by removing the pods when fresh and sold as young peas in pods. Helpful content: Harvesting pulling peas at the right time ensures maximum freshness and quality. Farmers can benefit from understanding market preferences and optimizing harvest techniques.