Month: March 2014

nitrogen fertiliser: a fertilizer containing mainly nitrogen, e.g., ammonium nitrate. Nitrogen fertilizers are essential for providing crops with the nitrogen needed for growth and development. Farmers can benefit from understanding the different types of nitrogen fertilizers and their application methods to optimize nutrient availability. Proper use of nitrogen fertilizers enhances crop productivity, improves soil fertility, and supports sustainable farming practices. Balancing nitrogen application with crop needs and environmental considerations helps maximize yields and minimize environmental impact.

A specially formulated liquid feed for young animals, often used as a substitute for maternal milk. Milk formulas provide essential nutrients for growth and development. For instance, feeding milk formula to calves to ensure they receive adequate nutrition.

Schleswig-Holstein system: A system of cereal cultivation practised in North Germany, giving high average yields. The system involves careful management of the crop and includes high seed rates and high amounts of fertiliser. Crops are carefully monitored and visited each day. Disease is controlled by spraying. Farmers benefit from adopting the Schleswig-Holstein system to achieve high yields and efficient crop management.

burning: The process of setting fire to clear land or dispose of waste. Using controlled burning techniques supports land management and reduces fire risk.

rabbit: A common furry herbivorous rodent (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Raised for meat and fur. Wild rabbits can be pests. Provides farmers with additional income sources from meat and fur production, though they need to manage wild populations to protect crops.

hydraulic conductivity: The rate at which water can move through soil, used as a factor in soil management. Understanding hydraulic conductivity supports proper soil and water management.

spurrey: a common weed on arable land. Also called corn spurrey. Managing spurrey populations protects crops from weed competition, ensuring healthy growth and better yields.

haycock: Formerly, a conical heap of raked hay. Understanding traditional hay storage methods like haycocks can provide insights into sustainable practices and historical agricultural techniques.

Conference: Conference noun a popular variety of dessert pear. It has a long shape and keeps very well. Cultivating Conference pears provides high-quality fruit for markets and enhances orchard production.

Baars irrigator: A flexible hose with sixteen folding sprinklers used for irrigation. Using a Baars irrigator ensures efficient water distribution, which can improve crop growth and conserve water resources on the farm.