Month: January 2009

OTMS

 April Kingsman  January 4, 2009  1 Comment on OTMS

OTMS: Over Thirty Month Scheme. A scheme supporting farmers by providing payment and support for the disposal of cattle born or reared in the United Kingdom before August 1996. This helps farmers manage older cattle, comply with regulations, and maintain a healthy and productive herd.

Grain Drill

 April Kingsman  January 3, 2009  0 Comments on Grain Drill

grain drill: A grain drill is a machine used for sowing cereals in rows. Employing grain drills ensures uniform crop planting, leading to better yields and efficient use of farm resources.

Meatlinc

 April Kingsman  January 2, 2009  0 Comments on Meatlinc

Meatlinc: a new breed of sheep used as a terminal sire. Only the rams are sold. Understanding the characteristics and uses of Meatlinc sheep can help farmers improve their breeding programs and meat production, leading to better yields and profitability.

Tail Docking

 April Kingsman  January 1, 2009  0 Comments on Tail Docking

The practice of removing a portion of an animal’s tail, often for hygiene or health reasons. Tail docking is controversial and subject to regulation in some areas. For instance, docking the tails of lambs to prevent flystrike.