Seeding Year
by seeding year: The calendar year in which the seed is sown. Farmers benefit from tracking seeding years for effective crop rotation and planning.
Divest
divest: To sell or dispose of assets or interests. Managing divestment involves making informed decisions about selling or disposing of farm assets. Farmers should consider market trends, financial goals, and operational needs when planning divestment. Understanding the benefits and impacts of divestment will aid in effective farm management and financial planning.
Cae (Caprine Arthritis-Encephalitis)
CAE (Caprine Arthritis-Encephalitis): A disease of goats that affects their joints and overall health. Preventing and managing CAE involves regular testing, culling infected animals, and maintaining biosecurity measures to protect herd health.
Beef Trachea
The trachea of cattle, often used in traditional dishes and for making pet food. For example, producing beef trachea for culinary and specialty markets.
Belgian Hare
Belgian hare: A breed of rabbit. Belgian hares are valued for their meat and fur, providing additional income streams for farmers.
Organic Farming Scheme
Organic Farming Scheme: A former support scheme which gave payments for organic farmers wanting to increase their production, now administered under the Organic Entry Level Stewardship scheme. Abbr OFS. The OFS supports farmers in transitioning to and maintaining organic farming practices by providing financial assistance. Participating in the OFS can help farmers adopt sustainable practices, improve soil health, and meet the growing market demand for organic products.
Pomology
pomology: The study of fruit cultivation. Helpful content: Knowledge of pomology helps farmers improve fruit production through better orchard management, pest control, and cultivar selection. This expertise can lead to higher yields, better fruit quality, and increased profitability.
Small And Medium-Sized Enterprises
small and medium-sized enterprises: organisations that have between 10 and 500 employees and are usually in the start-up or growth stage of development. Supporting small and medium-sized enterprises in agriculture promotes innovation, economic growth, and job creation in rural communities.
Falling Time
Falling Time: The time taken for wheat grain to fall to the bottom of a container of water, measured by the Hagberg test. This helps farmers determine the quality and baking properties of wheat.
Infectivity
infectivity: The state of being infective. Helps farmers understand and control the spread of infectious diseases.
Casual Labour
Casual Labour: Workers hired for short periods from time to time. Utilizing casual labor helps farmers manage seasonal work demands and reduce labor costs.
Goat Farming
The practice of raising goats for their products, including meat, milk, and fiber. Goat farming involves breeding, feeding, and managing health. For example, operating a goat farm to produce goat milk and artisanal cheeses.
Soil Remediation
The process of removing or neutralizing contaminants in the soil to restore its health and productivity. Soil remediation includes techniques such as bioremediation, phytoremediation, and chemical treatments. For example, using phytoremediation to remove heavy metals from contaminated soil and improve its suitability for crop production.
Fallen Stock
Fallen Stock: Dead animals on a farm. Proper disposal and management of fallen stock are crucial for biosecurity and preventing the spread of diseases.
Cattle Milking Machine
A device used to extract milk from dairy cows, typically consisting of a vacuum pump, teat cups, and a collection system. Milking machines improve efficiency and hygiene in dairy operations. For instance, using automated milking machines to reduce labor and increase milk production.
Domestic Livestock
domestic livestock: Pigs, goats, sheep, cows, and other animals which are kept by human beings. These animals are crucial for food production, labor, and other agricultural activities. Proper management practices ensure their health and productivity.
Nitrogen
nitrogen: a chemical element that is the main component of air and an essential part of protein. It is essential to biological life. Nitrogen is taken into the body by digesting protein-rich foods. Excess nitrogen is excreted in urine. When the intake of nitrogen and the excretion rate are equal, the body is in nitrogen balance or protein balance. Nitrogen is supplied to the soil by fertilizers, organic matter, nodule bacteria on legumes, and by nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in the soil. Proper nitrogen management is critical for optimizing crop growth and productivity. Farmers can benefit from understanding nitrogen’s role in plant nutrition and adopting practices that ensure efficient nitrogen use. This includes regular soil testing, using nitrogen-efficient crop varieties, and applying fertilizers at the right time and rate. Effective nitrogen management improves crop yields, reduces environmental impact, and enhances farm profitability.
Batch Drying
batch drying: A process for drying bales of hay in batches. Efficient batch drying techniques ensure high-quality forage for livestock feed.
Loose Smut
Loose Smut: Loose smut is a fungus (Ustilago nuda) affecting wheat and barley. Masses of black spores collect on the diseased heads; the spores are dispersed in the wind, and only a bare stalk is left. Managing loose smut through disease prevention and control measures can protect wheat and barley crops and improve yields.
Agricultural Waste
agricultural waste: Waste matter produced on a farm, e.g., plastic containers for pesticides. Managing agricultural waste is important for farmers to reduce environmental impact and comply with regulations.
Fodder Radish
Fodder Radish: A type of brassica grown primarily for use as a green fodder crop. Growing fodder radish provides nutritious feed for livestock and supports soil health.
Pollinator
pollinator: 1. An organism which helps pollinate a plant, e.g., a bee or bird. 2. A plant from which pollen is transferred by bees to pollinate another plant, especially a fruit tree that is not self-fertile. Helpful content: Promoting pollinator health and habitat is crucial for sustainable agriculture. Farmers can enhance crop yields by supporting pollinator populations through habitat conservation and integrated pest management.
Dairy Reproduction
The management of breeding and reproductive cycles in dairy cattle to optimize milk production and herd genetics. For example, using artificial insemination to improve genetic traits and reproductive efficiency in dairy herds.
Pond Design And Construction For Aquaculture
The principles and practices used to design and build ponds for aquaculture, ensuring optimal conditions for fish growth and health. For example, constructing well-designed aquaculture ponds to support sustainable fish production.
Dairy Inspector
A professional responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations and standards in dairy production and processing facilities. For example, conducting inspections to verify that dairy farms and plants meet health and safety requirements.
Flat Rate Feeding
Flat Rate Feeding: A system of feeding concentrates to dairy cows, involving few changes to the level of concentrate input from calving to turnout. Implementing flat rate feeding can simplify feed management and ensure consistent nutrition for dairy cows.
Advanced Register
advanced register: A book which records breeding performance of outstanding livestock. Keeping an advanced register helps farmers track and improve their breeding programs.
Embryo Transfer Techniques
The methods used to transfer fertilized embryos from donor to recipient animals, allowing for genetic improvement and controlled breeding. For example, using embryo transfer techniques to enhance herd genetics and increase productivity.
Tull, Jethro
Tull, Jethro: (16741740) An 18th-century gentleman farmer. He invented the mechanical seed drill and the horse-drawn hoe. Understanding historical figures like Jethro Tull can provide insights into the development of modern agricultural practices.
Stomach Digestion
stomach digestion: the part of the digestive process which takes place in the animals stomach. Properly managing stomach digestion ensures optimal nutrition and health in livestock, supporting productivity and well-being.
Intermuscular
intermuscular: Referring to something which is between muscles. Helps farmers understand animal anatomy and meat quality.
Milk Tank
A large refrigerated storage tank used to hold and cool milk on dairy farms before it is transported for processing. Bulk tanks are essential for maintaining milk quality. For example, storing milk in bulk tanks to keep it fresh until it is collected by milk tankers.
National Office Of Animal Health
National Office of Animal Health: NOAH is an organization that represents the British animal medicines industry. Abbr NOAH. The National Office of Animal Health provides farmers with information on veterinary medicines and best practices for animal health management. By staying informed through NOAH, farmers can ensure their livestock receive effective treatments, prevent disease outbreaks, and maintain high animal welfare standards. Access to reliable veterinary products and guidance helps improve livestock productivity, health, and farm profitability.
Nanny Goat
nanny goat: a female goat. Nanny goats are essential in goat farming for milk production and breeding purposes. They provide a reliable source of dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt, which can be sold directly or processed into value-added products. Effective management of nanny goats, including proper nutrition, healthcare, and breeding practices, can enhance milk yield and quality. This contributes to increased farm income and sustainability. Additionally, goats are excellent foragers and can help manage vegetation and improve soil health through their grazing habits.
Contaminate
Contaminate: Contaminate verb to make something impure by touching it or by adding something, especially something harmful, to it Supplies of drinking water were contaminated by uncontrolled discharges from the factory. A whole group of tourists fell ill after eating contaminated food. Preventing contamination ensures product safety and protects consumer health.
Digest
digest: To break down food and convert it into elements which can be absorbed by the body. To use bacteria to process waste, especially organic waste such as manure, in order to produce biogas. 55% of UK sewage sludge is digested. Wastes from food processing plants can be anaerobically digested. Digesting organic matter is essential for nutrient cycling and soil health. Farmers should implement composting and anaerobic digestion practices to process waste and produce valuable biogas and compost. Understanding the benefits and processes of digestion will aid in effective waste management and soil fertility improvement.
Chemical Score
Chemical Score: Comparison of the relative protein values of particular foodstuffs, tested in laboratory experiments. Using chemical score assessments helps farmers formulate balanced livestock diets and ensure optimal animal health.