Author: April Kingsman

Ladder Farm: A ladder farm is a farm with a series of small long narrow fields. This type of farming layout can help optimize land use and improve crop management strategies.

The cheek meat of cattle, known for its tenderness and rich flavor. Beef cheeks are used in various culinary applications. For example, producing beef cheeks for slow-cooked dishes and gourmet cooking.

Calorie: A unit of measurement of heat or energy. Symbol: cal. Ensuring livestock receive adequate calories is essential for maintaining their energy levels, health, and productivity.

Competition: Competition noun the struggle for limited resources such as food, light, or a mate, occurring between organisms of the same or different species. Understanding competition helps manage ecosystems and improve biodiversity.

bean aphid: A small, oval-bodied, black or dark green fly that colonizes plants and causes wilting. Implementing integrated pest management controls bean aphids and protects crops.

renewable: Referring to something that can be replaced or can renew itself by regrowing, reforming, or breeding. Utilizing renewable resources supports sustainable farming practices and reduces environmental impact.

tan: To convert animal skins to leather. Understanding the tanning process can help farmers add value to animal by-products and explore new business opportunities.

tariff: A duty or duties levied by a government on imported or sometimes exported goods. Knowing about tariffs can help farmers navigate international trade and optimize their market strategies.

The study of how plants obtain and use nutrients for growth and development. Plant nutrition includes understanding nutrient uptake, transport, and metabolism. For example, analyzing soil nutrient levels to determine the appropriate fertilizer application for optimal crop growth.

row crop: A crop planted in rows wide enough to allow cultivators between the rows. Most farm crops are drilled in rows, in preference to broadcasting. Managing row crops supports efficient cultivation and weed control.