Mango
by mango: a tropical tree (Mangifera indica) and the fruit it produces. Growing mangoes can provide farmers with a high-value crop, especially in tropical regions where the climate is suitable for mango cultivation.
Primitive Breeds
primitive breeds: Old breeds of livestock which have not been bred commercially, but which are the descendants of wild livestock. Helpful content: Preserving primitive breeds helps maintain genetic diversity and resilience in livestock populations. These breeds often have unique traits that can be valuable for sustainable farming and adaptation to changing environments.
Recessiveness
recessiveness: The characteristic of a gene that leads to its not being expressed in the individual carrying it when a corresponding dominant gene is also present. Knowledge of recessive traits is crucial for breeding programs and improving farm animal and crop characteristics.
International Programme On Chemical Safety
International Programme on Chemical Safety: A collaboration between the World Health Organization and the United Nations Environment Programme, to investigate issues relating to chemical safety. Abbr IPCS. Helps farmers understand chemical safety regulations.
Organic
organic: Referring to food produced using only a restricted number of permitted pesticides and fertilizers, or to the production of such food. Organic farming practices can improve soil health, biodiversity, and marketability of farm products. Farmers can benefit from transitioning to organic methods to meet growing consumer demand and achieve premium prices.
Parasitology
parasitology: The scientific study of parasites. Research in parasitology contributes to better pest and disease management in agriculture.
Kidney Bean
kidney bean: Kidney bean – a climbing French bean, with red seeds, used as a vegetable. Helps farmers diversify vegetable crops.
Red Angus
A breed of beef cattle similar to Angus but with a red coat. Red Angus cattle are known for their meat quality and maternal traits. For instance, raising Red Angus cattle for their marbling and easy-calving characteristics.
Osteomalacia
osteomalacia: A condition where the bones become soft because of lack of calcium or phosphate. Preventing osteomalacia in livestock is crucial for maintaining animal health and productivity. Farmers can benefit from providing balanced nutrition and mineral supplements to ensure strong bone development in their animals.
Food Product Security Incident Simulations
The practice scenarios that replicate security incidents in food production and distribution, allowing businesses to test and improve their response and recovery processes. For example, conducting food product security incident simulations to enhance preparedness and resilience.
Pale Persicaria
pale persicaria: A weed found in spring-sown crops. Effective weed management reduces competition for nutrients, water, and light, improving crop yields.
Progesterone
progesterone: A female sex hormone produced by the corpus luteum of the ovary to prepare the lining of the womb for a fertilized ovum. Formula: C21H30O2. Helpful content: Understanding the role of progesterone in reproduction helps farmers manage breeding and pregnancy in livestock. Proper hormone management can enhance reproductive success and animal health.
Royal Agricultural Societies
Royal Agricultural Societies: An alliance between the Royal Agricultural Society of England, the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland, the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society, and the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society. Abbreviation: RAS. The Royal Agricultural Societies support farmers through research, education, and advocacy, enhancing agricultural practices and policies.
Dairy Cattle Breeds
Specific breeds of cattle raised primarily for milk production. Dairy cattle breeds include Holstein, Jersey, and Guernsey. For example, raising Holstein cattle for their high milk yield and efficiency in dairy production.
Cattle Hoof Trimming
The process of cutting and shaping the hooves of cattle to maintain their health and mobility. Regular hoof trimming prevents lameness and other hoof-related issues. For example, trimming the hooves of dairy cows to prevent infections and improve walking comfort.
Neutraceutical
neutraceutical: nutraceutical, noun same as functional food. Nutraceuticals are foods that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition, often containing bioactive compounds that promote well-being. Farmers can benefit from growing crops with nutraceutical properties, tapping into the growing market for health-conscious consumers. By producing nutraceutical crops, farmers can diversify their product offerings, command premium prices, and contribute to public health. Understanding market trends and consumer preferences can help farmers successfully enter the nutraceutical market and enhance farm profitability.
Vaccination Programs
Programs designed to immunize livestock against diseases to protect animal health and improve productivity. Vaccination programs include scheduling, administration, and record-keeping. For example, implementing a vaccination program for cattle to prevent diseases such as bovine respiratory disease and ensure herd health.
Botanical Garden
botanical garden: A garden dedicated to the collection, cultivation, and display of a wide range of plants. Botanical gardens provide resources for farmers to learn about diverse plant species and cultivation techniques.
Ladder Farm
Ladder Farm: A ladder farm is a farm with a series of small long narrow fields. This type of farming layout can help optimize land use and improve crop management strategies.
Beef Cheeks
The cheek meat of cattle, known for its tenderness and rich flavor. Beef cheeks are used in various culinary applications. For example, producing beef cheeks for slow-cooked dishes and gourmet cooking.
Competition
Competition: Competition noun the struggle for limited resources such as food, light, or a mate, occurring between organisms of the same or different species. Understanding competition helps manage ecosystems and improve biodiversity.
Bean Aphid
bean aphid: A small, oval-bodied, black or dark green fly that colonizes plants and causes wilting. Implementing integrated pest management controls bean aphids and protects crops.
Plant Nutrition
The study of how plants obtain and use nutrients for growth and development. Plant nutrition includes understanding nutrient uptake, transport, and metabolism. For example, analyzing soil nutrient levels to determine the appropriate fertilizer application for optimal crop growth.
Soilage
soilage: green forage crops that are cut and carried to feed animals grazing on unproductive pastures, in order to supplement their diets. Crops commonly used for soilage are clovers and lucerne. Using soilage supports livestock nutrition, ensuring adequate feed supply and promoting healthy growth and productivity.
Green Claim
green claim: A green claim is any text, symbols, or graphics on food packaging that tells the consumer about its environmental impact. Meeting green claim standards helps farmers market eco-friendly products and meet consumer demand.
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.
Doddle
doddle: An easy task. Understanding the concept of a doddle can provide valuable insights into simplifying farm tasks and operations. Farmers should identify and implement strategies to make tasks easier and more efficient. Understanding the benefits of simplifying tasks will aid in improving productivity and reducing labor costs.
Carbon Footprint
carbon footprint: The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by human activities, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents. Reducing the carbon footprint of farming operations can contribute to environmental sustainability.
Pipping Pipping Pipping
pipping pipping pipping: The process of a bird breaking through its eggshell to hatch. Understanding the hatching process helps in managing poultry production and ensuring healthy chick development.