Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
transpiration: The loss of water from a plant through its stomata. The removal of moisture from the soil by plant roots, which pass the moisture up the stem to the leaves. Understanding transpiration processes can help farmers manage irrigation and optimize water use.
preservative: A substance added to food to preserve it by slowing natural decay caused by microorganisms. Helpful content: Using preservatives can maintain the quality and safety of farm products during storage and transportation. Understanding the appropriate use of preservatives helps farmers meet market standards and consumer preferences.
oviparous: Referring to an animal that carries and lays eggs. Managing oviparous livestock requires understanding their reproductive needs and behaviors. Farmers can benefit from optimizing breeding and incubation practices to enhance egg production and hatchability.
Frog: 1. The part of a plough to which the mouldboard and share are attached. 2. A tough flexible pad in the middle of the sole of a horses hoof. Properly managing frogs ensures efficient plough operation and horse health.
Channel Island Breeds: The Guernsey and Jersey breeds of dairy cattle. Raising Channel Island breeds provides high-quality milk and contributes to the profitability of dairy operations.
selenium: A trace element, an essential part of the diet for all animals. White muscle disease is the symptom of selenium deficiency. Farmers benefit from understanding selenium’s role in preventing deficiencies and ensuring livestock productivity.
hydrated: Referring to a chemical compound in which water is bound. Properly managing hydration in livestock and crops ensures their health and productivity.
reedbed: A mass of reeds growing together. Reedbeds can provide habitat for wildlife and contribute to water purification in agricultural areas.
slug pellet: a small hard piece of a mixture containing a substance such as metaldehyde which kills slugs. Slug pellets are usually coloured blue-green. Using slug pellets effectively helps farmers control slug infestations, protecting crops and improving yields.
Food Safety: The issues surrounding the production, handling, storage, and cooking of food that determine whether or not it is safe to eat. Properly managing food safety ensures high-quality food products and protects public health.
