Month: January 2017

topper: A machine used to cut the tops off sugar beet. Using toppers can improve crop processing and optimize sugar beet production.

bubble irrigation: A method of applying water in a slow, controlled manner to minimize runoff. Using bubble irrigation improves water efficiency and crop health.

trans- / trans-: Prefix meaning through or across. Understanding prefixes like trans- helps in comprehending agricultural terminology.

multiple ovulation and embryo transfer: same as MOET. Understanding the techniques and applications of MOET can help farmers improve their breeding programs and livestock productivity.

Lasso: A lasso is a rope with a noose at the end, used to catch cattle. To lasso means to catch cattle using a lasso. Using a lasso is a traditional and effective method for managing livestock.

second cut: Grass which has been cut a second time in the season for hay or silage. Farmers benefit from managing second cuts to optimize forage quality and yield.

ranching: An agricultural system based on commercial grazing on ranches; the raising of cattle on large grassland farms. Ranching supports sustainable livestock production and helps maintain open grasslands.

Carrot Fly: A small fly (Psila rosae) with larvae that burrow into carrot roots, causing crop loss. Managing carrot flies involves using row covers, crop rotation, and natural predators to protect crops and maintain yields.

gallon: A unit of liquid volume in the Imperial System, approximately equal to 4.5 liters. Accurate measurement of liquids is essential for mixing solutions and ensuring proper irrigation and feeding practices.

plumule: The tiny structure in a plant embryo from which a shoot will develop. Helpful content: Understanding the development of the plumule helps farmers optimize seedling growth and transplantation. Healthy seedling development is critical for establishing strong and productive crops.