Month: July 2010

Currant: Currant noun 1. a small dried seedless black grape 2. a small round juicy fruit from a bush, e.g. a blackcurrant. Cultivating currants provides nutritious fruit for markets.

vomiting and wasting disease: A disease of piglets, symptoms of which include vomiting and loss of appetite. Managing this disease can improve piglet health and survival rates.

wholefood: Food such as brown rice or wholemeal flour that has not been processed and so contains the vitamins, minerals, and fibre that are removed by processing. Offering wholefoods can cater to health-conscious consumers and increase farm income.

smooth-stalked meadowgrass: a species of grass which can withstand quite dry conditions. It is a perennial grass with smooth greyish-green leaves and green purplish flowers. Cultivating smooth-stalked meadowgrass provides farmers with a resilient forage crop, supporting livestock production in dry conditions.

The documentation and communication of sustainability practices and performance in food production and distribution, including environmental, social, and economic aspects. For example, creating food product corporate sustainability reports to demonstrate commitment to responsible practices and engage stakeholders.

hop mildew: A fungal disease of hops. Preventing and managing hop mildew ensures healthy hop growth and high yields.

Farm Trail: A walking trail around a farm open to the public. Farm trails can promote agri-tourism, educate the public, and provide additional income for farmers.

Lovage: Lovage is a herb used as a vegetable and for making herbal teas. Growing lovage can provide farmers with a versatile and marketable crop for culinary and medicinal uses.

ectoparasite disease: A disease caused by lice and other insects, usually characterized by intense irritation. Farmers need to manage ectoparasite diseases to ensure the health and welfare of their livestock.

Family: A group of genera with some characteristics in common. Understanding plant and animal families helps farmers with breeding, cultivation, and pest management.