Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
rural sustainability: The act of trying to make sure that rural development does not use too many natural resources or cause other damage. Promoting rural sustainability ensures long-term agricultural productivity and environmental health.
butcher: A person who prepares and sells meat. Understanding butchering techniques ensures high-quality meat processing and marketability.
tolerance: The ability of an organism to accept something, or not to react to something. Developing tolerant crop varieties can improve resilience to environmental stresses and enhance farm productivity.
slurry: liquid or semi-liquid waste from animals, stored in tanks or lagoons and treated to be used as fertiliser. Proper management of slurry provides a valuable resource for soil fertility, reducing the need for artificial fertilisers and promoting sustainable farming practices.
tree ring: Same as annual ring. Understanding tree rings can provide insights into the age and growth history of trees, useful for forestry management.
Agricultural Engineers Association: An organization which protects the interests of manufacturers and suppliers of agricultural machinery in the UK. Abbr AEA. Farmers benefit from the resources and advocacy provided by AEA to improve their operations.
environmental management: The idea of humans interacting with the environment in a responsible and ethically sound way, without sacrificing productivity. Guidelines or practices which support this aim. Adopting environmental management practices helps farmers balance productivity with sustainability.
Feather: An outgrowth of the epidermis on a birds body and wings providing insulation. Proper management of poultry feathers ensures bird health and product quality.
Corn Poppy: Corn poppy noun a common weed (Papaver rhoeas) affecting cereals. Managing corn poppy involves using weed control measures to protect crops.
bacterial pea blight: A notifiable fungal disease attacking pea plants. Early detection and management of bacterial pea blight are critical to prevent crop loss and protect farm productivity.
