Month: September 2015

meat fly: same as blowfly. Managing meat fly infestations can help farmers protect their livestock and meat products, ensuring better health and marketability.

potassium sulphate: A fertilizer made from the muriate of potash. It contains about 50% potash and is used by potato growers and market gardeners. Formula: K2SO4. Also called sulphate of potash. Helpful content: Potassium sulphate is particularly beneficial for crops sensitive to chloride, such as potatoes. Its use can enhance crop quality and yield, supporting efficient and sustainable farming practices.

International Laboratory for Research on Animal Diseases: An organization established at Nairobi, Kenya in 1974. Abbr ILRAD. Farmers benefit from research on animal diseases.

The process of producing milk from dairy cows, involving feeding, milking, and herd management. Milk production is essential for the dairy industry. For example, optimizing milk production through proper nutrition and health care for dairy cows.

wheatgerm: The central part of the wheat seed, which contains valuable nutrients. Using wheatgerm in animal diets can improve nutrition and health.

The tools and processes used to update and secure software applications and systems in food production and distribution, including patch deployment, testing, and monitoring. For example, using food product patch management systems to address vulnerabilities and ensure software security.

discipline: The ability to control behavior by using rules or guidelines. Discipline is important for maintaining productivity and safety on the farm. Farmers should establish clear rules and guidelines for farm operations and ensure that all workers follow them. Implementing proper training and supervision practices will aid in maintaining discipline and achieving farm goals.

Country Stewardship: Country stewardship noun countryside stewardship. Implementing country stewardship practices promotes biodiversity and sustainable agriculture.

Leader-Follower System: The leader-follower system is a system of grazing where priority is given to a group of animals (the leaders) and the crop is later grazed by a second group of animals (the followers). So first-year heifers might be followed by second-year heifers. Implementing the leader-follower system can optimize pasture use and improve livestock health.

venison: Meat from deer. Producing and selling venison can provide a high-value product for farmers, enhancing income.