Author: April Kingsman

Crutch: Crutch noun a forked pole, used when dipping sheep, to push the animal’s shoulders down into the liquid. Utilizing crutches aids in managing and handling livestock.

Crop Year: Crop year noun a period of twelve months calculated as the time from the sowing and harvesting of one crop until the next sowing season. Understanding crop years aids in managing agricultural cycles and production schedules.

Frost Pocket: A low-lying area where cold air collects. Properly managing frost pockets helps protect crops from frost damage and ensure healthy growth.

proud: Referring to excessive growth or development in crops or livestock. Helpful content: Managing excessive growth through proper nutrition and environmental controls ensures optimal plant and animal health. Farmers can achieve better yields and quality by preventing overgrowth issues.

elder: A small tree (Sambucus nigra) with little black berries used to make wine. Growing elder can provide farmers with additional income from berry and wine production.

The practice of overseeing and caring for livestock to ensure their health, productivity, and welfare. Livestock management includes feeding, breeding, and health care practices. For example, implementing a health care plan for a herd of sheep to prevent disease and promote growth.

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

excess: An amount or quantity greater than what is expected, needed, or allowed. More than is expected, needed, or allowed. Managing excesses helps farmers optimize resource use and prevent waste.

struck: an acute disease of sheep which is a form of entero-toxaemia. It affects sheep which are one to two years old and is very localised. In Britain, it occurs only in the Romney Marsh and in some Welsh valleys. Managing struck ensures sheep health and productivity, supporting farm profitability.

hothouse: A heated greenhouse. Using hothouses extends the growing season and improves crop yields.