Author: April Kingsman

Cattle Grid: A type of grill covering a hole in the road to prevent stock from crossing but allowing vehicles and humans to pass. Using cattle grids helps farmers manage livestock movement and protect pasturelands.

silviculture: The cultivation of trees as part of forestry. Farmers benefit from engaging in silviculture for sustainable forestry and timber production.

staphylococcal mastitis: a condition of cows caused by several types of staphylococci especially when accompanied by stress resulting from liver fluke or cold conditions. Milk becomes watery and the cow has a high temperature. Proper management of staphylococcal mastitis ensures dairy cow health and milk quality, supporting farm productivity.

pruning: The practice of selectively removing parts of a plant to improve its health and productivity. Pruning helps shape plants, remove diseased wood, and encourage fruiting.

Lysine: Lysine is an essential amino acid in protein foodstuffs, essential for animal growth. Understanding amino acids like lysine can help farmers formulate balanced animal feeds and manage livestock nutrition.

bluegrass: A type of grass used for lawns, pastures, and hay. Managing bluegrass supports healthy pastures and high-quality forage production.

Feed Ring: A circular container for forage, from which livestock can feed. Using feed rings helps manage forage intake and reduce waste.

A reproductive technology that involves the manual introduction of sperm into a female’s reproductive tract. AI is commonly used in livestock breeding to improve genetic quality. For example, dairy farmers use AI to breed cows with desirable traits.

propagate: To produce new plants by a technique such as taking cuttings, grafting, budding, or layering. Helpful content: Propagation techniques are essential for expanding plant stock and maintaining genetic diversity. Farmers can use these methods to produce high-quality plants and improve crop yields.

etiolation: The process by which a green plant grown in insufficient light becomes yellow and grows long shoots. Understanding etiolation helps farmers manage plant health and optimize growth conditions.