Month: November 2013

seed royalties: Money paid by seed growers to breeders of seeds. Farmers benefit from seed royalties as a form of intellectual property protection and incentive for breeding new and improved seed varieties.

drying: A method of preserving food by removing moisture, either by leaving it in the sun, as for dried fruit, or by passing it through an industrial process. Drying extends the shelf life of food and makes it easier to store and transport.

The initiatives and practices that promote collaboration and knowledge sharing between employees of different generations, enhancing innovation and teamwork. For example, fostering food product intergenerational collaboration to leverage diverse perspectives and skills in the workplace.

tank mix: The process of mixing several pesticides into one mixture to be used as a spray. Understanding tank mixing techniques can enhance pest control and reduce application costs.

vertical-looking radar: Radar equipment used for analysis of features such as insect populations and movement. Using vertical-looking radar can improve pest management and protect crops.

agglutination: A process in which cells come together to form clumps. For example, agglutination takes place when bacterial cells are in the presence of serum or affects blood cells when blood of different types is mixed. Knowing about agglutination helps farmers manage animal health and diagnose diseases.

buffer: A substance that stabilizes the pH of a solution. Using buffers in animal feed and soil management ensures optimal health and productivity.

tannin: A brownish or yellowish compound formed in leaves and bark that prevents nutrients from being fully absorbed by grazing livestock. Knowing about tannins can help farmers manage forage quality and livestock nutrition.

sheep’s sorrel: A common weed (Rumex acetosella). Farmers benefit from managing sheep’s sorrel to prevent weed competition and maintain crop health.

hungry soil: Soil which lacks nutrients, and so needs large amounts of fertilizer to produce good crops. Managing hungry soil ensures healthy crop growth and high yields.