Month: July 2021

Royal Agricultural Societies

 April Kingsman  July 20, 2021  0 Comments on Royal Agricultural Societies

Royal Agricultural Societies: An alliance between the Royal Agricultural Society of England, the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland, the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society, and the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society. Abbreviation: RAS. The Royal Agricultural Societies support farmers through research, education, and advocacy, enhancing agricultural practices and policies.

Dairy Cattle Breeds

 April Kingsman  July 19, 2021  0 Comments on Dairy Cattle Breeds

Specific breeds of cattle raised primarily for milk production. Dairy cattle breeds include Holstein, Jersey, and Guernsey. For example, raising Holstein cattle for their high milk yield and efficiency in dairy production.

Hill Farm

 April Kingsman  July 19, 2021  0 Comments on Hill Farm

hill farm: A farm in mountainous country, with 95% or more of its land classified as rough grazing, mainly for breeding ewe flocks. Managing hill farms effectively supports sustainable grazing and livestock production.

AHO

 April Kingsman  July 17, 2021  0 Comments on AHO

AHO: Animal Health Office; Animal Health Officer. Abbr AHO. Farmers benefit from the expertise of Animal Health Officers to maintain livestock health and comply with animal welfare standards.

Fatstock

 April Kingsman  July 17, 2021  1 Comment on Fatstock

Fatstock: Livestock fattened for meat production. Proper feeding and management of fatstock ensure high-quality meat and profitable market returns.

Cattle Hoof Trimming

 April Kingsman  July 15, 2021  0 Comments on Cattle Hoof Trimming

The process of cutting and shaping the hooves of cattle to maintain their health and mobility. Regular hoof trimming prevents lameness and other hoof-related issues. For example, trimming the hooves of dairy cows to prevent infections and improve walking comfort.

Stover

 April Kingsman  July 14, 2021  1 Comment on Stover

stover: an inferior type of fodder. Properly managing stover ensures efficient use of all available feed resources, supporting livestock nutrition and farm productivity.

Bing

 April Kingsman  July 13, 2021  2 Comments on Bing

bing: A feed passage. Ensuring clear and accessible feed passages like bings supports efficient livestock feeding.

Neutraceutical

 April Kingsman  July 12, 2021  0 Comments on Neutraceutical

neutraceutical: nutraceutical, noun same as functional food. Nutraceuticals are foods that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition, often containing bioactive compounds that promote well-being. Farmers can benefit from growing crops with nutraceutical properties, tapping into the growing market for health-conscious consumers. By producing nutraceutical crops, farmers can diversify their product offerings, command premium prices, and contribute to public health. Understanding market trends and consumer preferences can help farmers successfully enter the nutraceutical market and enhance farm profitability.

Shivering

 April Kingsman  July 10, 2021  1 Comment on Shivering

shivering: An affliction of the nervous system with involuntary muscular contractions, usually of the hind legs. It is a progressive condition found in horses. Farmers benefit from understanding and managing shivering in horses to ensure their health and productivity.