Month: December 2019

roan: The coat of an animal in which the main color is mixed with another, as e.g. red and white, or black and white. Understanding coat colors helps farmers manage breeding programs and livestock identification.

Loam: Loam is 1. dark soil, with medium-sized grains of sand, which crumbles easily and is very fertile, and 2. a mixture of clay, sand, and humus, used as a potting compost. Utilizing loam can improve soil health and crop growth.

seed plot: Same as nursery plot. Farmers benefit from using seed plots for controlled seed germination and growth.

The commitment of food production and distribution businesses to act responsibly and contribute positively to society, including environmental sustainability, social equity, and ethical behavior. For example, demonstrating food product corporate citizenship through initiatives that support community well-being and environmental protection.

hill: An area of ground higher than the surrounding areas but not as high as a mountain. Managing hill areas effectively supports grazing livestock and prevents soil erosion.

support price: the price at which the EU will buy farm produce which farmers cannot sell, in order to store it. Also called intervention price. Understanding and managing support prices ensures financial stability and market access for farmers, supporting farm profitability.

marsh: an area of permanently wet land and the plants that grow on it. Marshes may be fresh water or salt water and tidal or non-tidal. A marsh usually has a soil base, as opposed to a bog or fen, which is composed of peat. Understanding the role of marshes in the ecosystem can help farmers manage wetland areas on their property, contributing to environmental sustainability.

Fagopyrum: The Latin name for buckwheat, a plant cultivated for its grain-like seeds and as a cover crop. Buckwheat is beneficial for farmers as it improves soil health, prevents erosion, and provides a nutritious food source.

systematic relating to a system: understanding and managing systematic agricultural practices ensures efficient farm operations and productivity.

stock farming: the rearing of livestock for sale. Properly managing stock farming operations ensures healthy growth and productivity, supporting farm profitability and sustainability.