Author: April Kingsman

tattoo: A mark made on an animal’s body to identify it. Using tattoos for animal identification supports breeding programs and disease control.

vegetative propagation: The artificial reproduction of plants by taking cuttings or by grafting, not by seed. Using vegetative propagation can ensure consistent crop quality and improve farm productivity.

FAQ: Abbreviation for frequently asked questions. Providing FAQs helps farmers easily access important information and best practices for farm management.

The processes and systems used to manage order processing, packing, and shipping, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of food products. For example, optimizing food product fulfillment operations to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.

A cut of beef obtained from the round, known for its leanness and versatility. Eye of round steak is commonly used for roasts and stir-fries. For instance, producing eye of round steaks for grilling and Asian dishes.

hydrophobia: Same as rabies. Preventing and managing hydrophobia ensures the health and safety of livestock.

ETA: Abbreviation for estimated transmitting ability. Knowing ETA helps farmers make informed breeding decisions to improve livestock quality.

meter: a device to measure a physical property such as current, rate of flow or air speed. Understanding the uses and applications of meters can help farmers manage resources and operations more effectively, ensuring better productivity.

soot: a black deposit of fine particles of carbon which rise in the smoke produced by the burning of material such as coal, wood, or oil. Proper management of soot and air quality ensures environmental health and supports sustainable farming practices.

Miranda: a breed of cattle found in Portugal. The animals are dark brown in colour, with horns coloured white with black tips. Mirandas are bred for meat and for draught. Raising Miranda cattle can provide farmers with a versatile and productive breed, contributing to better income and farm sustainability.