Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
mammal: an animal that gives birth to live young, secretes milk to feed them, keeps a constant body temperature and is covered with hair. Class: Mammalia. Understanding the characteristics of mammals can help farmers manage livestock more effectively, ensuring better health and productivity.
rotary mower: A machine used for cutting grass and other upright crops. Rotary mowers have two or four rotors each with three or four swinging blades. Using rotary mowers supports efficient forage management and crop cutting.
Tamworth: A breed of pig, red-gold in color, which makes the animal almost immune to sunburn. Tamworths are widely exported due to their ability to thrive in hot sunshine and rough conditions, making them a valuable breed for diverse climates.
A USDA quality grade for beef, characterized by moderate marbling and tenderness. Choice beef is widely available and popular in the market. For instance, producing Choice beef to supply grocery stores and restaurants with high-quality meat.
inflorescence: A flower or a group of flowers on a stem. Helps farmers understand plant reproduction and flowering.
Environmental Stewardship: A system under which farmers and land managers receive funding for implementing schemes to protect the environment, such as preventing soil erosion or protecting wildlife. Participating in Environmental Stewardship helps farmers receive funding for implementing environmentally friendly farming practices.
brussels sprouts: A vegetable in the cabbage family. Growing brussels sprouts provides nutritious food and valuable crops for fresh markets and processing.
The training programs that promote understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and perspectives in the workplace, enhancing cultural competence and inclusion. For example, offering food product multicultural awareness training to foster a more inclusive and respectful work environment.
ear emergence: The main stage used in determining the heading date of a crop. In the case of a sward, this is the date at which 50% of the inflorescences have appeared. This information helps farmers manage crop growth stages and plan harvesting schedules.
side rake: A machine which picks up two swaths and combines them into one before baling. Farmers benefit from using side rakes for efficient hay and forage management.
