Month: March 2022

monosodium glutamate: a form of glutamate, used as a flavour enhancer in food. Abbr MSG. Understanding the uses and effects of monosodium glutamate can help farmers manage food production and marketability more effectively.

broomrape: A parasitic plant that attaches to the roots of crops. Managing broomrape through crop rotation and resistant varieties protects crop health and yields.

acid: A chemical compound containing hydrogen which dissolves in water and forms hydrogen ions, or reacts with an alkali to form a salt and water, and turns litmus paper red. Knowledge of acid properties is important for farmers in soil management and crop nutrition.

Copse: Copse /k?ps/ noun an area of small trees. Managing copses provides sustainable wood production and enhances forest management.

Beltsville: A breed of large turkey with white feathers. Raising Beltsville turkeys can meet market demands for meat and enhance farm diversity.

malodours: unpleasant smells. Managing malodours is important for maintaining a pleasant farm environment and reducing nuisance to neighbors, leading to better community relations and farm sustainability.

Veterinary Surveillance Strategy: A 10-year initiative by Defra to monitor animal diseases in farms, so that the information can be used to plan future health and welfare practices. The VSS helps in early disease detection and effective management, protecting livestock health.

The ears of cattle, often used in traditional dishes and for making pet food. For example, producing beef ears for culinary and specialty markets.

Farmer-Controlled Business: A farm owned and controlled by the farmer who also manages the land. These businesses often adopt long-term, proactive approaches to marketing and return value to members through innovative contracts.

multi-seeding: machinery which sows many different types of seed at once. Understanding the techniques and applications of multi-seeding can help farmers optimize their crop production and improve yields and sustainability.