Month: February 2025

The determination of prices for dairy products based on factors such as production costs, market demand, and regulatory frameworks. For example, setting dairy prices to ensure profitability and competitiveness in the market.

peel: 1. The outer layer of a fruit. Oranges have a thick peel. Lemon peel is used as flavoring. 2. The skin of a potato. Verb to remove the peel from a fruit or potato. Using peels in composting can improve soil fertility and reduce waste.

National Animal Identification System (NAIS):

Culture: Culture noun a microorganism or tissues grown in a culture medium verb to grow a microorganism or tissue in a culture medium. subculture. Understanding cultures aids in managing crop health and disease control.

The technologies and methods used to identify, assess, and mitigate risks in food production and distribution, including risk analysis, mitigation planning, and monitoring. For example, using food product risk assessment and management tools to enhance resilience and protect against potential threats.

National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS):

Cosset Lamb: Cosset lamb /k?s?t læm/ noun a lamb which has been reared by hand. Raising cosset lambs involves providing proper care and nutrition for optimal growth.

kilo: Kilo – same as kilogram. Helps farmers understand and use weight measurements.

Milk Income Loss Contract (MILC):

herbage consumed: The mass of herbage once it has been consumed by grazing animals. Monitoring herbage consumption ensures proper feed management and prevents overgrazing.