Author: April Kingsman

The practice of beekeeping for the production of honey, beeswax, and other bee products. Apiculture also includes managing bee health and ensuring successful pollination. For instance, a beekeeper might manage hives to pollinate crops and collect honey.

Loose-Leaved: Loose-leaved refers to a plant such as a lettuce with a loose collection of leaves and no heart. Growing loose-leaved plants can provide farmers with a diverse and marketable crop.

Conservation of Soil: Conservation of soil noun same as soil conservation. Implementing soil conservation practices helps maintain soil health and prevent erosion.

Environmental Protection Agency: An administrative body in the USA which deals with pollution. Abbr EPA. Understanding the role of the EPA helps farmers comply with environmental regulations and improve sustainable farming practices.

juniper: Juniper – a small coniferous tree or shrub of the northern hemisphere, with cones that resemble berries. Genus: Juniperus. Helps farmers grow plants for spices and ornamental use.

spider: one of a large group of animals, with two parts to their bodies and eight legs. Class: Arachnida. Managing spider populations on farms promotes ecological balance and reduces pest issues, supporting healthy crop growth.

rice: A plant that is the most important cereal crop and the staple food of half the population of the world. Latin name: Oryza sativa. Growing rice provides farmers with a staple crop that has high demand and multiple market applications.

Jacob: Jacob – a rare breed of sheep with multi-coloured fleece. It is medium-sized and multi-horned, with a white coat and brown or black patches. Helps farmers diversify sheep breeds for wool and meat production.

heterotrophic: Referring to a heterotroph. Proper management of heterotrophic organisms supports healthy soil and plant growth.

implementation: The process of carrying out a plan. Helps farmers execute agricultural strategies effectively.