Month: April 2019

June drop: June drop – a natural fall of small fruit in early summer, which allows the remaining fruit to grow larger. Helps farmers manage fruit production and quality.

hypocalcaemia: Same as milk fever. Preventing and managing hypocalcaemia ensures the health and productivity of dairy livestock.

brand: A mark made on livestock to indicate ownership. Branding helps prevent livestock theft and supports identification and management.

Feed Block: A block of foodstuff left out in the pasture, especially on hill farms, used by sheep to prevent loss of condition. Providing feed blocks supports animal nutrition and health in challenging environments.

Flea Beetle: A small dark beetle that causes damage to Brassica seedlings, especially during hot dry weather between April and mid-May. Managing flea beetles helps protect Brassica crops and ensure healthy growth.

hinge: Soil which is left uncut by a plough when it has failed to cut a full furrow. Understanding and managing hinge soil ensures proper ploughing and field preparation.