Month: May 2018

Criollo: Criollo /kri?l??/ noun a breed of improved Spanish longhorn cattle found in South America, used for milk production. Raising Criollo cattle provides high-quality milk and meat for markets.

tow: To pull another wheeled vehicle or implement. Using proper towing techniques can enhance farm operations and equipment management.

silopress: A polythene ‘sack’ into which silage is forced. As the sack fills up, it gradually grows longer and when completely full is sealed. A ‘sack’ may contain up to 80 tonnes of silage. Farmers benefit from using silopresses for efficient and controlled silage production and storage.

The system in cattle responsible for urine production and excretion, and reproductive functions, including the kidneys, bladder, and reproductive organs. For instance, monitoring cattle urogenital health to prevent and treat urinary and reproductive issues.

Farmers’ List: A list of veterinary medicines obtainable from agricultural merchants with a prescription from a veterinary surgeon. This list helps farmers manage animal health and ensure proper medication use.

homestead: A farmhouse with dependent buildings and the land which surrounds it. Properly managing homesteads supports farm productivity and sustainability.

swampland: an area of land covered with swamp. Properly managing swamplands ensures biodiversity and ecological balance, supporting sustainable land use and agricultural productivity.

bee: A flying insect with a hairy body that pollinates plants. Protecting bee populations is crucial for pollination and maintaining crop yields.

The weight of an animal’s body after slaughter and removal of non-edible parts. Carcass weight is a key factor in meat production. For instance, aiming for higher carcass weights to maximize meat yield and market value.