Month: February 2020

hay net: A coarse meshed net bag which is filled with hay and hung up for horses to feed from. Using hay nets can help manage feed distribution and reduce waste in horse feeding.

Foaling: The act of giving birth to a foal. Proper management of foaling ensures the health and welfare of mares and foals.

greasy pig disease: Greasy pig disease is a bacterial disease causing skin abrasions that can rapidly affect an entire litter. Managing this disease ensures healthy piglets, reducing economic losses and improving farm profitability.

osier: A species of willow, the shoots of which are used in making baskets. Growing osier can provide farmers with an additional income stream through the sale of basketry materials. Understanding the cultivation and harvesting techniques for osier can enhance farm diversification and profitability.

Compensatory Growth: Compensatory growth /k?mp?nseit(?)ri gr???/ noun growth that occurs after a period of under-feeding when the animal regains lost weight. Managing compensatory growth involves providing proper nutrition and healthcare to support animal recovery.

drainage area: Also known as a drainage basin or catchment area, it is the area from which all precipitation flows to a common outlet. Understanding drainage areas helps farmers manage water resources and prevent flooding.

mouldboard: the main part of a plough, which turns over the surface soil. Proper maintenance and use of mouldboards can help farmers improve soil cultivation and crop production, ensuring better productivity.

Calving Time: The time when a cow is ready to calve. Monitoring calving times helps farmers prepare for and manage the birthing process, ensuring the health of both cow and calf.

Scottish Executive Environment and Rural Affairs Department: The department of the devolved Scottish Executive government which deals with farming, the environment, animal welfare and rural development in Scotland. Abbr SEERAD. Farmers benefit from SEERAD’s support and resources for sustainable agriculture and rural development.

Commodity: Commodity noun a substance sold in very large quantities, e.g. raw materials or foodstuffs such as corn, rice, butter. Understanding commodity markets helps farmers optimize production and sales.