Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
A method of permanently marking cattle with a hot iron or freeze brand to indicate ownership. Branding helps prevent theft and establish identity. For instance, branding cattle with a ranch’s unique mark for identification and legal purposes.
indehiscent: Referring to seed pods, fruit or capsules that do not open to release seeds when ripe. Compare dehiscent. Helps farmers manage seed dispersal and crop harvest.
Flock: A large group of birds or some farm animals such as sheep and goats. Managing flocks effectively ensures animal health and productivity.
rotation design: A method of conserving soil nutrients in organic farming by planting different crops in different years. Using rotation designs supports sustainable farming practices and soil health.
midden: a heap of dung. Understanding the role and management of middens can help farmers improve soil fertility and waste management.
thin: To remove a number of small plants from a crop, allowing the remaining plants to grow more strongly. Proper thinning practices can improve crop yield and quality, enhancing farm productivity.
hormone: A substance produced in animals in one part of the body which has a particular effect in another part of the body. Understanding hormones supports livestock health and breeding programs.
Mn: symbol manganese. Understanding the role of manganese in soil and livestock nutrition can help farmers prevent deficiencies and ensure better crop and animal health and productivity.
rural environment: The countryside. Protecting the rural environment supports sustainable agriculture and enhances biodiversity.
active ingredient: The main effective ingredient of something such as an ointment or agrochemical, as opposed to the base substance. Abbr AI. Knowing the active ingredients in agrochemicals helps farmers use them safely and effectively.
