Month: October 2008

boundary: The edge or limit of a farm or field. Maintaining clear boundaries prevents disputes and supports efficient land management.

bivouac: A temporary camp without tents or cover, used especially by soldiers or mountaineers. Farmers might use bivouacs during remote or seasonal farm operations.

rhizoctonia root rot: A common soil fungus (Rhizoctonia solani) which attacks the roots of seedlings and retards growth. Managing this fungus is crucial for protecting crop health and ensuring optimal growth.

CRP: CRP abbreviation Conservation Reserve Program. Engaging with the Conservation Reserve Program supports environmental conservation and sustainable land use practices.

The sequence of processes involved in the production, processing, distribution, and sale of dairy products. For example, managing the dairy supply chain to ensure efficient and timely delivery of milk and cheese to consumers.

embryo: An organism that develops from a fertilized egg or seed, e.g., an animal in the first weeks of gestation or a seedling plant with cotyledons and a root. (NOTE: After eight weeks an unborn baby is called a fetus.) Understanding embryo development is essential for farmers in breeding and crop production.

rough grazing: Unimproved grazing, found in mountain, heath, and moorland areas. Utilizing rough grazing supports livestock production on marginal lands and enhances biodiversity.

immunise: To make a person or other animal immune to a specific microorganism by inoculating them. Helps farmers maintain herd immunity and health.

toleration: The ability to tolerate something, or the act of tolerating something. Implementing practices that enhance toleration of environmental stresses can improve farm sustainability.