Month: September 2012

turkey: A large poultry bird raised for meat. The adult males are called cocks or toms, the adult females are hens. Raising turkeys can provide high-quality meat and diversify poultry production on the farm.

entero-: Prefix referring to the intestine. Understanding prefixes like “entero-” helps farmers and agricultural scientists accurately describe and manage pests and diseases.

stable: steady and not easily moved; not changing; a building in which horses are kept. Ensuring stable conditions for livestock promotes health and productivity, supporting efficient farm operations.

anaerobically: Without using oxygen. Slurry is digested anaerobically by bacteria. Managing anaerobic digestion helps farmers produce biogas and improve waste management.

vanilla: A tropical climbing plant (Vanilla planifolia) which produces long pods, used for flavoring in confectionery. Cultivating vanilla can provide an additional income stream for farmers in suitable climates.

Animal Diseases Research Association: Former name for Moredun. Understanding animal disease research helps farmers manage livestock health and prevent outbreaks.

Fixation: The act of fixing something. Nitrogen fixation. Understanding nitrogen fixation helps farmers manage soil fertility and improve crop growth.

tail corn: Grains of corn of inferior size. Utilizing tail corn effectively can minimize waste and improve overall crop yield and quality.

seed dressing: The treatment of seeds with a fungicide and/or an insecticide to prevent certain soil and seed-borne diseases. Farmers benefit from using seed dressings to protect seeds from diseases and pests, ensuring healthy crop growth.

reed: An aquatic plant growing near the shores of lakes, used to make thatched roofs. Understanding reed growth helps farmers manage wetland areas and utilize reeds for sustainable building materials.