Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
vernalisation: A requirement by some plants for a period of cold in order to develop normally or the technique of making a seed germinate early by refrigerating it for a time. Using vernalisation can improve germination rates and crop yields.
agrobiodiversity: The aspects of biodiversity that affect agriculture and food production, including within-species, species, and ecosystem diversity. Managing agrobiodiversity helps farmers improve resilience and sustainability in their farming systems.
Convenience Foods: Convenience foods plural noun foods which have been prepared so that they are ready to be served after simply being reheated People are working longer hours. As a result demand for convenience foods has exploded, not just for pre-packed ready meals, but quickly cooked food like chops and steaks. [Farmers Guardian]. Producing convenience foods meets market demands and provides quick meal solutions.
sheep maggot fly: A type of fly that lays its eggs on the wool of sheep. The eggs hatch into maggots that burrow into the flesh causing a condition known as strike. Farmers benefit from managing sheep maggot fly infestations to protect livestock health and productivity.
exploit: 1. To take advantage of something. Ladybirds have exploited the sudden increase in the numbers of insects. 2. To use a natural resource. Exploiting the natural wealth of the forest. 3. To treat something or someone unfairly for personal benefit. Understanding exploitation helps farmers manage resources sustainably and ethically.
tiller: A shoot of a grass or cereal plant, which forms at ground level in the angle between a leaf and the main shoot. True stems are only produced from the tillers at a later stage in the plants development. Managing tillers can improve plant density and crop yield.
Frits: Trace elements fused with silica to form glass. This is crushed into small pieces for distribution on the soil. Properly managing frits supports soil health and plant nutrition.
greengage: Greengage is a variety of cooking plum, which is hard and green. Growing greengages adds diversity to farm produce, meeting market demands for fresh and processed fruits.
herbaceous: Referring to plants with soft non-woody tissue that die down above ground to survive through the winter. Understanding herbaceous plants helps farmers select appropriate species for seasonal growth and landscaping.
dubbin: Prepared grease used for waterproofing and softening leather. Dubbin is essential for maintaining leather goods used in farming, such as boots and harnesses, ensuring they remain durable and water-resistant.
