Author: April Kingsman

borer: An insect that bores into plant stems or wood. Controlling borers through integrated pest management protects crops and trees from damage.

swayback disease: an often fatal disease of lambs caused by copper deficiency in the ewe’s diet. Lambs become unsteady and unable to walk. The disease is often a problem when there has been no snow during the winter. Managing swayback disease ensures sheep health and productivity, supporting farm profitability.

bloom date: The date when a plant’s flowers open. Tracking bloom dates helps farmers plan for pollination and harvest activities.

kilometre: Kilometre – a measure of length equal to 1000 metres or 0.621 miles. Symbol km. Helps farmers understand distance measurements.

poach: 1. To catch animals, birds, or fish illegally on someone else’s property. 2. To trample the ground in wet weather. Heavy soils such as clays are particularly susceptible to poaching. Helpful content: Preventing poaching and managing soil compaction are important for sustainable farm management. Implementing proper land use practices can protect wildlife and maintain soil health.

Lonk: Lonk is a breed of moorland sheep, found in the Pennines of Lancashire and Yorkshire. It is one of the Swaledale group, although larger than other varieties, and produces finer wool than most hill sheep. The face and legs are white with dark markings. Raising Lonk sheep can provide farmers with high-quality wool and meat.

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.