Month: March 2020

PST: Abbreviation for porcine somatotropin. Helpful content: Using porcine somatotropin can enhance growth rates and feed conversion efficiency in pigs, leading to higher production yields and improved profitability for pig farmers.

Essential nutrients required by plants and animals in large quantities for growth and development. Macronutrients include nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium for plants, and carbohydrates, proteins, and fats for animals. For example, applying nitrogen fertilizer to crops to promote healthy growth and high yields.

The alignment of food production and distribution business practices with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, which address global challenges related to poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, and peace and justice. For example, contributing to food product sustainable development goals by adopting practices that promote sustainability and social equity.

hold: To conceive after artificial insemination. Managing breeding programs effectively ensures successful conception and herd growth.

accredited herd: A herd of cattle registered under a scheme as being free from Brucellosis. Maintaining an accredited herd ensures livestock health and marketability.

homograft: Same as allograft. Understanding homografts supports research and veterinary practices.

aeration: The replacement of stagnant soil air with fresh air. Proper soil aeration promotes healthy root development and improves crop yields for farmers.

roller: Same as roll. Using rollers helps farmers manage soil structure and prepare seedbeds effectively.

A facility where raw agricultural products, including meat, dairy, and crops, are converted into finished products. For example, operating a processing plant to produce packaged meat products and ensure food safety.

Followers: Young cows in a dairy herd that are not yet in milk and are being reared to replace the older stock. Properly managing followers ensures a continuous supply of productive dairy cows.