Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
The practices and strategies used to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases in fish, ensuring optimal health and productivity. For example, developing fish health management programs to monitor and address health issues in aquaculture.
Flushing Ewes: Ewes brought into good condition before breeding, usually by improving their diet. Properly managing flushing ensures reproductive success and flock productivity.
FCR: Abbreviation for feed conversion rate. Monitoring FCR helps farmers enhance feed efficiency and animal growth, leading to better productivity and profitability.
Quality Meat Scotland: The red meat marketing board for Scotland, abbreviated as QMS. This organization supports farmers by promoting high standards in meat production and providing marketing assistance, which can lead to higher demand and better prices for their products.
swine erysipelas: an infectious disease of pigs caused by bacteria. Symptoms include inflammation and skin pustules. The red marks on the skin are diamond-shaped, from which the disease gets its common name of diamonds. It occurs especially in hot muggy weather and in its acute form can be fatal. Managing swine erysipelas ensures pig health and productivity, supporting farm profitability.
The programs and practices that support the physical, mental, and emotional health of employees in food production and distribution businesses, including wellness programs, flexible work arrangements, and support services. For example, prioritizing food product employee well-being to enhance productivity and job satisfaction.
shelterwood: A large area of trees left standing when others are cut, to act as shelter for seedling trees. Farmers benefit from managing shelterwood systems for sustainable forestry and natural regeneration.
The study of soil properties, formation, and management, including its physical, chemical, and biological aspects. Soil science helps guide sustainable land use and agricultural practices. For example, researching soil properties and management practices to improve soil health and support sustainable crop production.
The process of promoting and selling agricultural products, including market research, advertising, and distribution strategies. Effective marketing can help farmers reach more customers and increase sales. For example, a farmer might use social media to advertise fresh produce.
A primal cut of beef obtained from the back, known for its tenderness and high-quality steaks. Loin cuts include T-bone, porterhouse, and sirloin. For example, producing T-bone steaks for premium markets and special occasions.
