Author: April Kingsman

varietal: A variety of cultivated plant such as a grapevine. Selecting high-performing varietals can improve crop yields and quality, enhancing farm profitability.

bovine: Relating to cattle. Understanding bovine health and management practices is essential for successful cattle farming.

maincrop potatoes: varieties of potato grown as a main crop. Choosing the right variety of maincrop potatoes can impact yield and marketability for farmers, leading to better income and farm profitability.

The cultivation of citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits. Citrus farming involves tasks such as planting, pruning, pest control, and harvesting. For instance, a citrus farm might grow oranges for juice production.

The ejaculatory duct of cattle, often used for medicinal purposes. For example, producing beef ejaculatory duct for pharmaceutical and health applications.

A dish made from thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and sauce, quickly cooked in a hot pan or wok. For example, producing beef stir-fry strips for quick and easy meals.

Fill-Belly: Feed that fills the animal’s stomach without providing any useful nutrients. Proper feed formulation ensures animals receive balanced nutrition and maintain optimal health.

nutrition: the process of obtaining food and converting it into the components needed to sustain life. Proper nutrition is essential for maintaining the health and productivity of crops, livestock, and humans. Farmers can benefit from understanding the principles of nutrition to optimize feed and fertilizer formulations. Ensuring balanced and adequate nutrition supports healthy growth, improved yields, and better overall performance. Implementing nutrition management practices enhances farm productivity, supports sustainable agriculture, and contributes to long-term farm success.

Agricultural Mortgage Corporation: A corporation which makes loans available to borrowers on the security of agricultural land and buildings in England and Wales. Abbr AMC. Access to loans from AMC helps farmers invest in their operations and improve productivity.

physiotherapy: The use of physical techniques to treat disease or injury. Providing physiotherapy for injured livestock helps in their recovery and maintains productivity.