Author: April Kingsman

Furrow Slice: The soil displaced by the mouldboard of a plough when it creates a furrow. Properly managing furrow slices supports efficient soil management and crop establishment.

trimmer: An implement for trimming hedges. Using trimmers can enhance landscape management and farm maintenance.

basal area: The area covered by the trunks of trees or stems of plants. Knowing the basal area helps farmers manage forest density and optimize timber production.

Consumption: Consumption noun 1. the fact or process of using something a car with low petrol consumption The country’s consumption of wood has fallen by a quarter. 2. The taking of food or liquid into the body Nearly 3% of all food samples were found to be unfit for human consumption through contamination by lead. Understanding consumption patterns helps manage resource use and optimize production.

environmental quality standard: A limit for the concentration of an effluent or pollutant which is accepted in a specific environment, e.g., the concentration of trace elements in drinking water or of additives in food. Complying with environmental quality standards helps farmers protect ecosystems and ensure food safety.

pigtail pigtail: A twisted lock of hair tied in a knot. Managing livestock health includes monitoring and managing hair and skin health to prevent diseases.

microbial ecology: the study of the way in which microbes develop in nature. Understanding microbial ecology can help farmers manage soil health and crop production more effectively, ensuring better productivity and sustainability.

heathland: A wide area of heath. Maintaining heathland can provide valuable grazing and support biodiversity.

speciation: the process of developing new species. Understanding speciation helps farmers manage biodiversity and improve crop and livestock varieties, supporting agricultural productivity.

The digital tools and platforms that enable multiple users to work on and edit documents simultaneously, including version control and real-time updates. For example, using food product document collaboration software to streamline teamwork and improve document management.