Mouldboard
by mouldboard: the main part of a plough, which turns over the surface soil. Proper maintenance and use of mouldboards can help farmers improve soil cultivation and crop production, ensuring better productivity.
Calving Time
Calving Time: The time when a cow is ready to calve. Monitoring calving times helps farmers prepare for and manage the birthing process, ensuring the health of both cow and calf.
Scottish Executive Environment And Rural Affairs Department
Scottish Executive Environment and Rural Affairs Department: The department of the devolved Scottish Executive government which deals with farming, the environment, animal welfare and rural development in Scotland. Abbr SEERAD. Farmers benefit from SEERADs support and resources for sustainable agriculture and rural development.
Food Product Identity And Access Management (Iam) Systems
The tools and platforms used to manage user identities and control access to digital resources in food production and distribution, ensuring security and compliance. For example, using food product IAM systems to enforce access controls and protect sensitive information.
Soakaway
soakaway: a channel in the ground filled with gravel, which takes rainwater from a downpipe or liquid sewage from a septic tank and allows it to be absorbed into the surrounding soil. Properly managing soakaways ensures efficient drainage and reduces the risk of waterlogging and soil erosion.
Environmental Conditionality
environmental conditionality: Same as cross-compliance. Understanding environmental conditionality helps farmers meet sustainability standards and receive agricultural subsidies.
Soil Salinity
soil salinity: the quantity of mineral salts found in a soil. (NOTE: High soil salinity is detrimental to most agricultural crops, although some plants are adapted to such conditions.) Managing soil salinity ensures healthy crop growth and prevents yield losses, supporting productive agriculture.
Grain Rolled
grain rolled: Grain rolled is cereal rolled or crushed for feeding livestock. Understanding feed processing improves livestock nutrition, leading to better animal health and farm productivity.
Inorganic Fungicide
inorganic fungicide: A fungicide made from inorganic substances such as sulfur. Helps farmers manage fungal diseases in crops.
Rural Depopulation
rural depopulation: The loss of population from the countryside due to various causes, including decline in agriculture and increased mechanization. Addressing rural depopulation supports sustainable rural communities and agricultural productivity.
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.
Tenant Farmers Association
Tenant Farmers Association: A group formed to represent the interests of tenant farmers on a national scale. Engaging with such associations can offer support, advocacy, and resources for tenant farmers.
White Park
White Park: A rare breed of cattle, white in colour with either black or red muzzle, eyelids, ears, and feet. It is one of the most ancient breeds of British cattle. Preserving rare breeds like White Park cattle can maintain genetic diversity and cultural heritage in livestock farming.
Gantry
gantry: A type of farm machine consisting of a long steel beam with implement carriers. The engine and cab are at one end of the beam, and the drive wheel is at the other end. Gantry systems can improve efficiency in large-scale farming operations by streamlining the use of various implements.
Dredge Corn
dredge corn: A mixture of cereals grown together and used for livestock feeding. The commonest type is a mixture of barley and oats, and sometimes cereals and pulses are mixed. Dredge corn provides a balanced diet for livestock and can improve feed efficiency.
Myrmecology
myrmecology: the study of ants. Understanding myrmecology can help farmers manage ant populations and protect their crops, ensuring better productivity.
Food Product Workflow Automation Systems
The technologies and platforms that automate repetitive and manual tasks in food production and distribution, improving efficiency and reducing errors. For example, implementing food product workflow automation systems to enhance productivity and streamline operations.
National Farmers Union
National Farmers Union: an organization representing the interests of British farmers in negotiations with the government and other agencies. Abbr NFU. The National Farmers’ Union advocates for farmers’ rights and interests, providing a unified voice in policy discussions and negotiations. Membership in the NFU offers farmers access to valuable resources, including legal advice, market information, and training programs. By participating in the NFU, farmers can influence agricultural policies, stay informed about industry trends, and benefit from collective bargaining power, ultimately strengthening their farm businesses.
Minimum Tillage
minimum tillage: a method of ploughing in which disturbance of the soil does not affect the deeper layers. The benefits are conservation of organic matter, leading to a better soil structure and less soil erosion, better soil biodiversity and the use of less energy. The disadvantages include the easier germination of grass seeds. Also called min-till. Understanding minimum tillage can help farmers optimize their soil and crop management practices, ensuring better productivity and sustainability.
Brucellosis
brucellosis: A bacterial infection affecting livestock and humans. Vaccinating and managing biosecurity against brucellosis protects herd health and public safety.
Food Product Market Research Methods
The techniques and tools used to gather and analyze information about the food product market, including surveys, focus groups, and competitor analysis. For example, using food product market research methods to identify opportunities and inform product development.
Human-Caused
human-caused: Referring to a disaster or event which has been brought about by human beings. Understanding and preventing human-caused disasters supports farm safety and sustainability.
Soil Runoff
The movement of water and dissolved substances over the soil surface, which can result in soil erosion and nutrient loss. Soil runoff can be influenced by factors such as rainfall, soil texture, and land management practices. For example, implementing erosion control practices to reduce soil runoff and protect soil health and water quality in agricultural landscapes.
Scottish Rural Property And Business Association
Scottish Rural Property and Business Association: A group which represents the interests of Scotlands rural businesses. Abbr SRPBA. Farmers benefit from engaging with SRPBA for support and advocacy in rural business matters.
Beef Feet
The feet of cattle, often used in traditional dishes and for making broth. For example, producing beef feet for use in soups and stews.
Food Product Philanthropy
The voluntary activities and contributions by food production and distribution businesses to support charitable causes and community initiatives, including donations, volunteer programs, and sponsorships. For example, engaging in food product philanthropy to support local non-profits and enhance social impact.
Parlour Systems
parlour systems: The four basic designs of milking parlours: the herringbone parlour, the abreast parlour, the tandem parlour, and the rotary parlour. Efficient milking systems improve dairy farm productivity and animal welfare.
Food Product Corporate Citizenship
The commitment of food production and distribution businesses to act responsibly and contribute positively to society, including environmental sustainability, social equity, and ethical behavior. For example, demonstrating food product corporate citizenship through initiatives that support community well-being and environmental protection.