Month: October 2012

Poll Dorset

 April Kingsman  October 11, 2012  0 Comments on Poll Dorset

Poll Dorset: An Australian breed of sheep similar to the Dorset Horn, but with no horns. Helpful content: Poll Dorset sheep are valued for their meat and wool production. Farmers can benefit from raising this breed due to its adaptability, high fertility, and ease of management.

Salivary Digestion

 April Kingsman  October 11, 2012  1 Comment on Salivary Digestion

salivary digestion: The first part of the digestive process, which is activated by the saliva in an animal’s mouth. Farmers benefit from ensuring livestock have adequate salivary digestion to promote better nutrient absorption and overall health.

Calcareous

 April Kingsman  October 10, 2012  1 Comment on Calcareous

Calcareous: Containing calcium. Calcareous soils support high crop productivity and sustainable farming practices by providing essential nutrients for plant growth.

Agricultural Wages Board

 April Kingsman  October 8, 2012  0 Comments on Agricultural Wages Board

Agricultural Wages Board: A board which fixes minimum wages and holiday entitlements for agricultural workers and deals with terms and conditions of their employment. Abbr AWB. Understanding wage regulations helps farmers comply with labor laws and maintain fair employment practices.

Dry Pluck

 April Kingsman  October 7, 2012  0 Comments on Dry Pluck

dry pluck: The process of removing the feathers when the bird is dry, so avoiding harming the skin. Dry plucking is a method used in poultry processing to ensure the quality of the meat.

Reproductive Technologies

 April Kingsman  October 4, 2012  0 Comments on Reproductive Technologies

Advanced techniques used to improve livestock reproduction, including artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and genomic selection. For instance, using reproductive technologies to enhance herd genetics and increase productivity.