Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
Fair Trade: An international system where food companies agree to pay producers in developing countries a fair price for their products. Fair trade practices support sustainable farming, fair wages, and ethical production, benefiting small-scale farmers and promoting global equity.
mixed cropping: the practice of growing more than one type of plant on the same piece of land at the same time. Opposite monocropping. Understanding mixed cropping can help farmers optimize their crop production and improve soil health and biodiversity.
The process of improving soil structure by creating air spaces within the soil. Soil aeration enhances root growth, water infiltration, and nutrient uptake. For example, using a mechanical aerator to improve soil aeration in a compacted pasture and support healthy forage growth.
systemic (of a pesticide): referring to a substance absorbed into the plant through the root or leaf and moved around within the plant. Properly managing systemic pesticides ensures effective pest control and healthy crop growth, enhancing farm productivity.
stripper-header: a machine which harvests a crop such as linseed and strips off the seedheads. Using stripper-headers ensures efficient crop harvesting, reducing labor costs and enhancing productivity.
Centrifugal Sugar: A type of raw sugar containing 96% to 98% sucrose, isolated from sugar beet or cane. Understanding sugar processing helps farmers and processors produce high-quality sweeteners for the market.
The benefits provided by soil organisms and processes, including nutrient cycling, water filtration, and carbon sequestration. Soil ecosystem services are essential for sustainable agriculture and environmental health. For example, maintaining soil biodiversity to enhance ecosystem services and support productive farming systems.
The practices and strategies used to manage breeding and reproductive cycles in cattle to optimize milk production and herd genetics. For example, using artificial insemination to improve genetic traits and reproductive efficiency in dairy herds.
hybridise: To produce hybrids by crossing varieties of plants or animals. Practicing hybridisation improves crop and livestock performance and productivity.
