Month: September 2016

Loamy: Loamy refers to soil that is dark, crumbly, and fertile. Managing loamy soil can enhance crop productivity and farm sustainability.

earth: 1. Soil 2. The ground or land surface. Understanding soil composition and health is crucial for farmers to enhance crop yield and sustainability.

inhibitor: A device or substance which prevents or limits the effect of something. Helps farmers use appropriate inhibitors to manage agricultural processes.

Clot: (of blood) to become thick and stop flowing, forming a scab if exposed to the air. Understanding blood clotting mechanisms helps farmers manage livestock health and address injuries effectively.

Forested: Referring to land covered with forest. Properly managing forested areas supports timber production, biodiversity, and environmental health.

The process of promoting and selling livestock products such as meat, milk, wool, and eggs. Livestock marketing involves strategies to reach consumers and maximize sales. For instance, marketing beef directly to consumers through a farm store or farmers’ market.

Sardinian: An important breed of Italian sheep which provides milk for the manufacture of cheese. Farmers benefit from raising Sardinian sheep for high-quality milk production and cheese making.

invasion: The arrival of large numbers of unwanted organisms into an area. An invasion of weeds. Helps farmers manage invasive species.

dung weed: Same as fat hen, a common weed that can be found in fields and pastures. Proper weed management practices, including regular weeding and herbicide application, can help control dung weed infestations.

Farm Health Planning: An official set of guidelines from Defra for preventing, managing, and treating diseases in farm animals. Implementing health plans helps farmers maintain healthy livestock and reduce disease outbreaks.