Month: September 2013

nitrogen oxide: an oxide formed when nitrogen is oxidized, e.g., nitric oxide or nitrogen dioxide. Formula: NOx. Managing nitrogen oxide emissions is important for reducing air pollution and its associated health and environmental impacts. Farmers can benefit from adopting practices that minimize NOx emissions, such as optimizing fertilizer application, using nitrification inhibitors, and implementing conservation tillage. Reducing nitrogen oxide emissions supports environmental sustainability and enhances the farm’s reputation for responsible management.

Greyface: A Greyface is a crossbred sheep resulting from a Border Leicester ram and a Blackface ewe. The ewes are mated with Suffolk rams to produce good-quality lambs. Using crossbreeding techniques improves lamb quality and farm profitability.

Colony System: Colony system noun a poultry rearing system in which the hens are free to move around within a large confined space. Implementing colony systems improves poultry welfare and productivity.