Month: July 2019

papain: An enzyme found in the juice of the papaya, used as a meat tenderizer and in medicine to help wounds to heal. Using natural enzymes in food processing and medicine can improve product quality and animal health.

rare breed: A breed of farm animal that is protected because its numbers are falling and it is in danger of becoming extinct. Preserving rare breeds helps maintain genetic diversity and can attract niche markets for specialty products.

Cruels: Cruels /kru:?lz/ noun same as actinobacillosis. Managing cruels involves providing proper healthcare and treatment for livestock.

potash fertilizer: A fertilizer based on potassium, e.g., potassium sulphate. Helpful content: Using potash fertilizers helps meet the potassium needs of crops, promoting healthy growth and development. Properly balanced fertilizers can prevent nutrient deficiencies and enhance overall crop productivity.

moss: a small flowerless green plant which usually grows in clumps in damp and shaded places. Understanding the role and management of moss can help farmers protect their crops and improve soil health, ensuring better productivity and sustainability.

subfertility: a situation where an animal is less fertile than expected. Properly managing subfertility ensures healthy breeding programs and improves livestock productivity, supporting farm profitability.

Compulsory: Compulsory adjective forced or ordered by an authority the compulsory slaughter of infected animals. Understanding compulsory measures helps manage disease outbreaks and ensure farm biosecurity.

shading: The action of cutting off the light of the sun. Parts of the field near tall trees suffer from shading. In Scotland, shading of weed growth by late-drilled wheats was more important in the spring and early summer than in southern Europe where growers placed more importance on preventing weed growth in the winter and early spring. Farmers benefit from managing shading to optimize crop growth and reduce weed competition.

prion: A variant form of a protein found in the brains of mammals and causing diseases such as scrapie in sheep, BSE in cattle, and variant CJD in humans. Helpful content: Understanding prion diseases and implementing biosecurity measures are crucial for preventing their spread. Farmers should follow guidelines for handling animals and products to protect herd health and food safety.

RHS: Abbreviation for Royal Horticultural Society. The RHS provides resources and support for farmers and gardeners, promoting best practices in horticulture.