Month: May 2024

Food Product Crisis Communication

 April Kingsman  May 31, 2024  0 Comments on Food Product Crisis Communication

The strategies and practices used to communicate effectively during a crisis, including messaging, media relations, and stakeholder engagement. For example, developing food product crisis communication plans to manage public perception and maintain trust during emergencies.

Crimp

 April Kingsman  May 31, 2024  2 Comments on Crimp

Crimp: Crimp /kr?mp/ verb to condition fresh cut grass, by nipping the stems and releasing the sap. Utilizing crimping techniques enhances feed quality for livestock.

Organic Conversion

 April Kingsman  May 30, 2024  1 Comment on Organic Conversion

organic conversion: The process of converting from conventional agriculture to organic production. Organic conversion involves adopting practices that enhance soil health, biodiversity, and ecological balance. Farmers can benefit from financial support and technical guidance during organic conversion to achieve certification and improve marketability.

Intensive Livestock Production

 April Kingsman  May 30, 2024  0 Comments on Intensive Livestock Production

intensive livestock production: A specialized system of livestock production where the livestock are housed indoors. This system can be started up at any time of the year. Disease hazards are those related to diet and permanent housing for the whole of the animal’s life. Helps farmers manage indoor livestock production.

Tir Cymen

 April Kingsman  May 30, 2024  0 Comments on Tir Cymen

Tir Cymen: An agri-environmental scheme for Wales, closed to new entrants since 1998. Understanding past and current agricultural schemes can provide insights into sustainable practices and funding opportunities.

Fertilisation

 April Kingsman  May 30, 2024  1 Comment on Fertilisation

Fertilisation: The joining of an ovum and a sperm to form a zygote and start the development of an embryo. Understanding fertilization processes helps farmers optimize breeding programs and improve reproductive success.

Cattle Milk Production

 April Kingsman  May 30, 2024  0 Comments on Cattle Milk Production

The process of producing milk from dairy cows, involving feeding, milking, and herd management. Milk production is essential for the dairy industry. For example, optimizing milk production through proper nutrition and health care for dairy cows.

Rouen

 April Kingsman  May 29, 2024  3 Comments on Rouen

Rouen: A breed of table duck. The drake has a green head and neck, rich claret-colored breast, and grey-black body. The female is mostly brown. Raising Rouen ducks provides farmers with a reliable source of high-quality meat and eggs.

Ethical Trading

 April Kingsman  May 29, 2024  1 Comment on Ethical Trading

ethical trading: Business practices which are socially responsible and protect the environment and the rights of workers. Adopting ethical trading practices helps farmers promote sustainability and fair labor practices.

Teat Cup

 April Kingsman  May 29, 2024  0 Comments on Teat Cup

teat cup: A tube forming part of a milking machine, which fits over the teat of the cow. Ensuring proper use and maintenance of teat cups can improve milking efficiency and cow comfort.