Author: April Kingsman

dehorning: The process of removing or preventing the growth of horns on livestock. Dehorning can reduce injuries and improve safety in animal handling.

environmentally friendly: Intended to minimize harm to the environment, e.g., by using biodegradable ingredients. Also called environment-friendly. Adopting environmentally friendly practices helps farmers protect the natural world and improve sustainability.

episodic: Happening sometimes but not regularly. Managing episodic events helps farmers plan for and mitigate the impacts of irregular occurrences.

Cattle Plague: A disease of cattle eradicated from the UK in 1877 but still found in parts of Asia and Africa. Understanding the history and prevention of cattle plague helps farmers protect their herds from similar diseases.

Field Crop: A crop grown over a wide area, e.g., most agricultural crops and some market-garden crops. Effective field crop management ensures high yields and sustainable farming practices.

EFB: Abbreviation for European foul brood. Awareness of EFB helps beekeepers manage and prevent this disease, ensuring healthy bee colonies.

The promotion of food products through events, such as trade shows, tastings, and cooking demonstrations, to engage with consumers and generate interest. For example, organizing food product event marketing to showcase new products and build customer relationships.

esparto: A species of grass which yields fibers used mainly in making paper. It originally came from North Africa and Southern Spain. Growing esparto can provide farmers with an alternative income source from fiber production.

rent: Money paid to use a farm or land for a period of time; to pay money to hire a farm or land for a period of time. Renting land allows farmers to expand their operations without large capital investments.

dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane: Full form of DDT, an insecticide that was formerly used especially against malaria-carrying mosquitoes. It is now banned in many countries because of its toxicity and ability to accumulate in the environment. Formula: C14H9Cl5. Farmers should be aware of the historical use and current ban on DDT to avoid environmental contamination and legal issues. Understanding alternative pest control methods will help manage pests effectively while complying with regulations and protecting the environment.