Vitamin B2
by vitamin B2: A vitamin found in eggs, liver, green vegetables, milk, and yeast. Adequate vitamin B2 intake can improve growth and health in livestock.
Discriminant
discriminant: The method used to identify a species, especially in soil analysis. Understanding discriminants is important for identifying species and managing soil health. Farmers should work with soil scientists and agronomists to perform accurate soil analysis and make informed decisions about soil management. Understanding the benefits and applications of discriminants will aid in effective soil management and crop production.
Suckler Herd
suckler herd: a herd of beef cattle, where each dam suckles its own calf or calves. Properly managing suckler herds ensures healthy growth and productivity in beef operations, supporting farm profitability.
Disease-Free
disease-free: Referring to an animal, plant, or area which does not have any diseases. Maintaining disease-free status involves implementing proper biosecurity measures, vaccination, and regular health monitoring. Farmers should work with veterinarians and agricultural extension services to develop effective disease prevention and management plans. Understanding the importance of disease-free status will aid in maintaining animal health and farm productivity.
Centigrade
Centigrade: Same as Celsius. Understanding temperature scales helps farmers monitor and manage environmental conditions for optimal crop and livestock health.
Producer
producer: 1. A person or company that produces something. 2. An organism that takes energy from outside an ecosystem and channels it into the system, e.g., green plants (primary producers) and herbivores (secondary producers). Helpful content: Producers form the foundation of the food chain. Farmers as primary producers play a critical role in the agricultural ecosystem, converting natural resources into food, fiber, and fuel.
Sulphate Of Potash
sulphate of potash: same as potassium sulphate. Understanding and using potassium sulphate effectively supports soil fertility and healthy crop growth, enhancing farm productivity.
Fatty Liver
Fatty Liver: A condition in older cows where the animal absorbs calcium too slowly, affecting the liver. Goats are also affected. Preventing and managing fatty liver is essential for maintaining the health and productivity of livestock.
Monilia Brown Rot
monilia brown rot: same as brown rot. Understanding and managing brown rot can help farmers protect their fruit crops and ensure better yields.
Acreage Allotment
acreage allotment: A quota system operated in the USA, which limits the area of land that can be planted with a certain type of crop. Farmers must comply with acreage allotments to receive subsidies and support for sustainable farming practices.
Seminal Roots
seminal roots: The secondary roots of a plant which support the primary root. This root system is then replaced by adventitious roots. Farmers benefit from understanding seminal roots for better crop management and growth.
Food Product Supplier Relationship Management
The practices and strategies used to manage and optimize relationships with food product suppliers, ensuring quality, reliability, and collaboration. For example, developing food product supplier relationship management programs to enhance supply chain performance and maintain strong partnerships.
Beef Bone Broth
A nutritious broth made from simmering beef bones, often used as a base for soups and sauces. For example, producing beef bone broth for culinary and health-conscious consumers.
Herdsperson
herdsperson: A farm worker who looks after a herd of livestock. Herdspersons play a crucial role in daily livestock management and welfare.
Toxoplasmosis
toxoplasmosis: An infectious disease affecting ewes, which causes pregnant animals to abort. Proper management of toxoplasmosis can prevent reproductive losses and improve flock health.
Genetic Resources
genetic resources: The genes found in plants and animals that have value to humans. Modern plant varieties have been developed from genetic resources from South America. Preserving genetic resources ensures a diverse gene pool for future breeding and adaptation to changing conditions.
Dither
dither: The practice of mixing up seeds before planting. Dithering can improve seed distribution and germination rates. Farmers should use appropriate techniques and equipment for effective dithering. Understanding the benefits and applications of dithering will aid in effective crop establishment and growth.
Soil Compaction
soil compaction: the process in which soil is pressed down, e.g., by heavy loads, and becomes very firm with little space between its particles. The healthy world market price for soybeans has led to the development of continuous production of this crop and consequently some problems have developed, particularly soil compaction, weed species development, and reduction of soil fertility. [Arable Farming] Preventing soil compaction ensures proper root growth and water infiltration, supporting healthy crop growth and sustainable agriculture.
Branding Iron
branding iron: A tool used to apply a brand to livestock. Using branding irons ensures clear and permanent identification marks on animals.
NSRI
NSRI: abbreviation for National Soil Resources Institute. The National Soil Resources Institute offers farmers access to research, education, and training on soil health and land management. By utilizing NSRI’s resources, farmers can adopt practices that improve soil fertility, structure, and water retention, leading to better crop yields and sustainable land use. Knowledge gained from NSRI can also help farmers reduce soil erosion, enhance nutrient management, and promote environmentally friendly farming methods.
Impoverished
impoverished: Referring to something with reduced quality. If impoverished soil is left fallow for some years, nutrients may build up in the soil again. Helps farmers recognize and restore degraded land.
Soil Parent Material
soil parent material: material from which soil is formed. Understanding soil parent material helps farmers manage land resources effectively, promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Seed Weevil
seed weevil: A pest affecting brassica seed crops. Seeds are destroyed in their pods by the larvae. Farmers benefit from managing seed weevil infestations to protect seed crops and ensure high yields.
Tuberculin Testing
tuberculin testing: The testing of cattle for the presence of bovine tuberculosis. Implementing tuberculin testing can prevent the spread of tuberculosis and ensure herd health.
Herbage Mass
herbage mass: The weight of herbage produced in a specified area. Measuring herbage mass helps farmers assess pasture productivity and plan grazing rotations.
Deadweight Average Pig Price
Deadweight Average Pig Price: The average price for pigs, calculated each week from reports by abattoirs on the price they paid for the pigs they have slaughtered. It replaced the Adjusted Eurospec Average price report in 2004. Abbr DAPP. Pig farmers should stay updated with the Deadweight Average Pig Price to make informed decisions about selling their pigs. Understanding market trends and pricing can help maximize profits and plan production schedules effectively.
Freedom Food
Freedom Food: An RSPCA scheme that sets out guidelines for the welfare of livestock and labels food from participating suppliers. Adhering to Freedom Food guidelines ensures ethical and humane treatment of livestock.
Grapefruit
grapefruit: Grapefruit is a citrus fruit similar to the orange. Growing grapefruit diversifies farm products and meets consumer demand for healthy, nutritious fruits.
Vernalisation
vernalisation: A requirement by some plants for a period of cold in order to develop normally or the technique of making a seed germinate early by refrigerating it for a time. Using vernalisation can improve germination rates and crop yields.
Agrobiodiversity
agrobiodiversity: The aspects of biodiversity that affect agriculture and food production, including within-species, species, and ecosystem diversity. Managing agrobiodiversity helps farmers improve resilience and sustainability in their farming systems.
Convenience Foods
Convenience Foods: Convenience foods plural noun foods which have been prepared so that they are ready to be served after simply being reheated People are working longer hours. As a result demand for convenience foods has exploded, not just for pre-packed ready meals, but quickly cooked food like chops and steaks. [Farmers Guardian]. Producing convenience foods meets market demands and provides quick meal solutions.
Sheep Maggot Fly
sheep maggot fly: A type of fly that lays its eggs on the wool of sheep. The eggs hatch into maggots that burrow into the flesh causing a condition known as strike. Farmers benefit from managing sheep maggot fly infestations to protect livestock health and productivity.
Exploit
exploit: 1. To take advantage of something. Ladybirds have exploited the sudden increase in the numbers of insects. 2. To use a natural resource. Exploiting the natural wealth of the forest. 3. To treat something or someone unfairly for personal benefit. Understanding exploitation helps farmers manage resources sustainably and ethically.
Herbaceous
herbaceous: Referring to plants with soft non-woody tissue that die down above ground to survive through the winter. Understanding herbaceous plants helps farmers select appropriate species for seasonal growth and landscaping.
Speckled Yellowing
speckled yellowing: a disease of sugar beet caused by a deficiency of manganese. Managing speckled yellowing ensures healthy sugar beet crops, preventing yield losses and maintaining quality.