Month: June 2021

The thymus or pancreas glands of animals, known for their delicate texture and rich flavor. Sweetbreads are used in gourmet dishes. For example, producing beef sweetbreads for fine dining and culinary markets.

pit pit pit: A large hole in the ground. Managing pits for waste disposal and storage ensures farm cleanliness and environmental protection.

The integration of trees and shrubs into agricultural systems to provide environmental, economic, and social benefits. For example, adopting agroforestry systems to improve soil health, increase biodiversity, and diversify farm income.

Cook Chill: Cook chill, cook freeze noun a method of preparing food for preserving, where the food is cooked to a certain temperature and then chilled or frozen. Using cook chill methods extends the shelf life of prepared foods and maintains quality.

The male reproductive cells produced by bulls, used for breeding through natural mating or artificial insemination. For example, storing and handling cattle semen to ensure its viability for AI programs.

semiochemical: A chemical released by animals, especially insects, as a means of communication, e.g. a pheromone. Farmers benefit from understanding semiochemicals for pest management and crop protection.

The methods and techniques used to grow mushrooms, including substrate preparation, spawning, and environmental control. For example, implementing mushroom cultivation methods to produce high-quality mushrooms for culinary and medicinal use.

Lay: To lay means to produce an egg. A layer is a flat area of a substance under or over another area. In geological formations, layers of rock are called strata; layers of soil are called horizons. Understanding laying patterns in poultry can improve egg production efficiency.

Land Improvement: Land improvement is the process of making the soil more fertile. Enhancing soil fertility through land improvement practices boosts crop productivity and sustainability.

heterozygous: Relating to a cell or organism that has two or more variant forms (alleles) of at least one of its genes. Understanding heterozygosity helps in developing effective breeding strategies.