Month: September 2016

Fungicide: A substance used to kill fungi. Properly managing fungicides ensures effective disease control and crop health.

Gasconne: A breed of beef cattle from the Gascony area of southwest France. The animals are silver-grey in color with medium-length horns. Raising Gasconne cattle can provide high-quality beef and adaptability to different environmental conditions.

macronutrient: a nutrient that an organism uses in very large quantities, e.g. oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium or iron. Knowing the macronutrient requirements of crops and livestock can help farmers ensure proper nutrition, leading to better growth and yields, ultimately improving farm productivity and profitability.

tankard: A variety of mangel. Including diverse crops like tankard in farm planning can enhance feed options for livestock and improve farm sustainability.

water bowl: A container for water in a stable or loose-box. Ensuring adequate water supply for animals can improve their health and productivity.

Fullering: Making a groove on the lower surface of a horse’s shoes into which the heads of the nails will fit. Properly managing fullering supports horse hoof health and performance.

Catching Pen: A pen into which sheep are put while waiting to be sheared. Using catching pens ensures safe and efficient handling of livestock during shearing and other management practices.

The practices and strategies used to manage rangelands for sustainable livestock production, including grazing management, habitat conservation, and erosion control. For example, adopting rangeland management techniques to maintain healthy ecosystems and support livestock grazing.

poultry: A general term for domestic birds kept for meat and egg production. Chickens are the most common. Helpful content: Raising poultry can be a profitable enterprise for farmers. Understanding poultry management, nutrition, and health care is essential for maximizing egg and meat production while maintaining animal welfare.

synthetic: not natural, but made from chemical substances. Understanding and using synthetic materials effectively supports efficient farm operations and productivity.