Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
threshold price: In the EU, the lowest price at which farm produce imported into the EU can be sold. This is the price in the home market below which the government or its agencies must buy all the produce offered by producers for sale at that price. Knowing about threshold prices can help farmers navigate market regulations and optimize pricing strategies.
inseminate: To impregnate, by introducing male spermatozoa into the females body so that they link with the females ova. Helps farmers manage breeding programs.
The process of choosing the best species for aquaculture based on factors such as growth rate, market demand, and environmental conditions. For example, selecting tilapia and catfish for aquaculture due to their fast growth and market popularity.
phase separation: The splitting of a mixture into two layers, e.g., in milk, the fat separates from the watery part. Understanding phase separation aids in food processing and ensuring product quality.
stipule: one of the pair of wing-like growths at the base of a leaf stalk. Properly managing stipules ensures healthy growth and optimal yields of plants and crops.
erect habit: The habit of a plant which grows upright and does not lie on the ground. Understanding plant habits helps farmers manage crop growth and optimize planting strategies.
The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to monitor and manage crops. Agricultural drones can provide aerial imagery, assess plant health, and apply treatments. For instance, using drones to survey crop fields for signs of pest infestations and disease.
herbivore: An animal that feeds only on plants. Managing herbivores in a farm setting ensures balanced diets and healthy growth for livestock.
The practice of raising horses for various purposes, including riding, racing, and work. Horse farming involves breeding, training, and managing the health of horses. For example, operating a horse farm to breed and train horses for equestrian sports.
allotment: A small area of land, owned by a municipality, which is let to a person called an allotment-holder for the cultivation and production of vegetables and fruit for the consumption of the holder and his or her family. Allotments provide farmers with additional land for cultivation and income.
