Month: April 2013

stunt: to reduce the growth of something. Properly managing stunted growth ensures healthy plant development and better yields, supporting farm productivity.

basal metabolic rate: The amount of energy used by a body at rest. Monitoring basal metabolic rate in livestock helps farmers manage feeding programs and maintain animal health.

early weaning: The practice of removing young from the dam earlier than is usual. Early weaning can benefit farmers by improving the health and growth rates of both the young and the dam.

The sector of agriculture focused on the production, processing, and distribution of milk and dairy products. For example, participating in the dairy industry to supply milk, cheese, and yogurt to consumers.

Conserve: Conserve verb 1. to keep and not waste something The sloth sleeps during the day to conserve energy. 2. to look after and keep something in the same state to conserve tigers’ habitat. Implementing conservation practices helps protect natural resources and promote sustainability.