Month: March 2020

biennial: A plant that takes two years to complete its life cycle, growing vegetatively in the first year and flowering in the second. Understanding biennials helps farmers plan crop rotations and manage land use effectively.

host: A plant or animal on which a parasite lives. Managing host species effectively prevents parasite infestations and supports farm health.

outwinter: Keeping cattle and sheep outdoors in fields during the winter months. Outwintering can reduce housing costs and improve animal health. Farmers can benefit from implementing proper outwintering practices, such as providing shelter and adequate nutrition, to maintain livestock welfare and productivity.

Frequently Asked Questions: A document containing common questions and their answers related to a particular subject. Abbr FAQ. Providing FAQs helps farmers access important information and make informed decisions.

Leaf Area Index: Leaf area index is the area of green leaf per unit area of ground. Abbr LAI. Monitoring leaf area index can help farmers assess crop health and optimize irrigation and fertilization.

blackjack: A weed of the daisy family. Controlling blackjack through weed management practices protects crop yields.

Fortified Food: Food with vitamins or proteins added to make it more nutritional. Providing fortified food ensures high-quality nutrition for livestock and supports their health and productivity.

disease resistance: The ability of a plant or animal to prevent or overcome infection by pathogens. Breeding for disease resistance can improve crop and livestock health and reduce the need for chemical treatments.

Activities and campaigns designed to increase consumer awareness and demand for dairy products. For example, running dairy promotion events to educate consumers about the benefits of milk and dairy products.

bull beef: Beef from young, uncastrated male cattle. Producing bull beef meets market demand and provides high-quality meat.