Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
anaesthesia: The loss of the feeling of pain. A process that prevents a person or animal from feeling pain, usually by the use of drugs. The US spelling is anesthesia. Managing anesthesia helps farmers ensure the safety and welfare of livestock during medical procedures.
metabolic size: the size of an animal to which the metabolic rate is proportional. Understanding metabolic size can help farmers manage livestock nutrition more effectively, ensuring better growth and productivity.
primaries: The main feathers on a birds wing. Also called flight feathers. Helpful content: Understanding the function and health of primary feathers is important for poultry farmers. Proper feather management can enhance bird welfare and productivity, especially in egg-laying and meat production.
bush: A woody plant smaller than a tree. Managing bushes supports farm aesthetics and biodiversity.
algae poisoning: Poisoning caused by toxic substances released when algae decompose. Understanding and preventing algae poisoning is crucial for farmers to protect livestock health.
pannage: 1. Pasturage for pigs in a wood or forest 2. The corn and beech mast on which pigs feed. Utilizing natural resources for pig grazing can reduce feed costs and improve forest management.
reap: To cut a grain crop. Efficient reaping methods are essential for timely harvests and maximizing grain yields.
beekeeper: A person who keeps bees for honey. Beekeepers play a vital role in pollination services and honey production on farms.
rectified concentrated grape must: A form of grape sugar produced by distillation from surplus wine, used to add to new wine during chaptalisation. Utilizing surplus grapes in this way provides farmers with an additional revenue stream and improves wine quality.
Plantations where grapevines are cultivated for fruit production. Vineyards produce grapes for fresh consumption, wine making, and raisins. For example, managing a vineyard to produce high-quality grapes for wine production.
