Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
thousand-headed kale: A variety of kale grown for feeding to livestock, usually in the winter months. It has many branches and small leaves. Utilizing thousand-headed kale can provide nutritious forage for livestock during winter.
iodophor: A disinfectant used to disinfect teats of cows to prevent mastitis. Helps farmers prevent udder infections in dairy cattle.
Advisory Committee on Organic Standards: A non-departmental public body set up by the Government to advise ministers on organic standards. Abbr ACOS. Adhering to ACOS standards ensures the integrity and marketability of organic products for farmers.
Sitka spruce: a temperate softwood coniferous tree that is fast-growing, used for making paper. Latin name: Picea sitchensis. Cultivating Sitka spruce provides farmers with a renewable source of timber and pulp, supporting sustainable forestry practices and economic growth.
The chorion of cattle, often used for medicinal purposes. For example, producing beef chorion for pharmaceutical and health applications.
breech birth: A birth in which the baby is delivered buttocks or feet first. Managing breech births in livestock ensures safe delivery and reduces complications.
seed-borne: Carried by seeds. Farmers benefit from understanding and managing seed-borne diseases to protect crop health and yield.
BCMS: Abbreviation for British Cattle Movement Service. Registering with BCMS ensures accurate tracking of cattle for health and regulatory compliance.
environmental pollution: The pollution of the environment by human activities. Preventing environmental pollution helps farmers maintain healthy ecosystems and comply with regulations.
big bale silage: Silage stored in big bales. This method ensures high-quality forage preservation and reduces spoilage.
