Month: February 2019

tropical: Referring to the tropics. The disease is carried by a tropical insect. Understanding tropical conditions and diseases can help farmers manage crops and livestock in these regions.

hookworm: A parasitic worm in the intestine which holds onto the wall of the intestine with its teeth and lives on the blood and protein of the carrier. Managing hookworm infestations ensures the health and productivity of livestock.

shaggy: Referring to an animal such as Highland cattle which has long hair. Farmers benefit from understanding shaggy breeds for efficient livestock management and production.

herd book: The record of animals kept by breeding societies in which only the offspring of registered animals can be recorded. Maintaining a herd book helps farmers track pedigrees and improve breeding programs.

Linkage: Linkage is the process of two or more genes situated close together on a chromosome being inherited together. Understanding genetic linkage can help farmers make informed breeding decisions.

Farmyard Manure Spreader: A machine for spreading manure, consisting of a trailer with a moving floor conveyor and a combined shredding and spreading mechanism. Efficient spreading of manure helps improve soil health and crop yields.

stone trap: in a combine harvester, a trough with a trap door, which prevents stones passing into the concave. Properly managing stone traps ensures efficient combine harvester operation and crop quality.

neutralising value: a measurement of the capability of a lime material to neutralize soil acidity. It is the same as the calcium oxide equivalent. Understanding the neutralizing value of lime materials helps farmers effectively manage soil pH and improve soil fertility. By applying lime with the appropriate neutralizing value, farmers can correct soil acidity, enhance nutrient availability, and promote healthy crop growth. This knowledge supports informed decision-making in soil management, leading to better yields and increased farm profitability.

infertile: 1. Referring to any organism that is not able to reproduce or produce offspring. 2. Referring to trees and plants that are not able to produce fruit or seeds. 3. Referring to soil that is not able to produce good crops. Helps farmers manage breeding and soil fertility.

Conservation: Conservation noun 1. keeping or not wasting conservation of energy 2. the maintenance of environmental quality and resources by the use of ecological knowledge and principles. Implementing conservation practices helps protect natural resources and promote sustainability.