Author: April Kingsman

title: The right to hold goods or property. A document proving a right to hold property. Maintaining clear title deeds is essential for legal security and managing farm property.

Companion Plant: Companion plant noun a plant which improves the growth of nearby plants or reduces pest infestation. Companion plants are often used by horticulturists and gardeners because they encourage growth or reduce pest infestation in an adjacent plant. COMMENT: Some plants grow better when planted near others. Beans and peas help root plants such as carrots and beetroot. Most herbs (except fennel) are helpful to other plants. Marigolds help reduce aphids if they are planted near plants such as broad beans or roses which are subject to aphid infestation. The strong smell of onions is disliked by the carrot fly, so planting onions near carrots makes sense. On the other hand, most other plants (and especially peas and beans) dislike onions and will not grow well near them. Utilizing companion planting enhances crop health and reduces the need for chemical pest control.

spraing: a disease of potatoes spread by nematodes in the soil. Managing spraing ensures healthy potato crops, preventing yield losses and maintaining quality.

drake: A male duck. Drakes are important for breeding programs and require proper care to ensure their health and productivity.

blow: A term for a sudden and severe weather event. Preparing for and managing blow events protects crops and farm infrastructure.

horned: With horns. Managing horned livestock ensures their well-being and safe handling.

Thuya: The Latin name for cedar. Thuya species can be valuable for timber production and landscape use.

Chit: A shoot or sprout, particularly in seed potatoes before planting. Managing chitting involves promoting early sprouting to ensure uniform and healthy crop establishment.

nurse cow: a cow used to suckle the calves of others. Nurse cows play a vital role in raising orphaned or multiple calves, ensuring they receive adequate nutrition and care. Farmers can benefit from using nurse cows to support calf growth and development, reducing the need for artificial feeding. Proper management of nurse cows helps improve calf health, reduce labor costs, and enhance overall farm productivity. Understanding the care and management of nurse cows supports effective livestock rearing practices.

An immune reaction to proteins found in milk, causing symptoms such as hives, digestive issues, and anaphylaxis. For instance, providing milk alternatives for consumers with milk allergies.