Author: April Kingsman

Flower: The reproductive part of a seed-bearing plant. Properly managing flower development ensures successful pollination and fruit production.

hazard: Something with the potential to cause injury, damage or loss. Identifying and managing hazards on the farm ensures the safety of workers and livestock.

Clearance: The action of clearing land for cultivation. Managing land clearance involves using sustainable practices to protect soil health and support crop growth.

passive immunity: Immunity received in the womb from the mother. Antibodies produced by her immune system to resist diseases that she has experienced or been vaccinated against are transferred to the embryo. Ensuring proper colostrum management and vaccination can enhance passive immunity in newborn livestock.

The selective mating of animals to enhance desired traits in future generations. This can improve productivity, health, and quality of livestock. For instance, breeding cows for higher milk production.

iso-: Prefix equal. Helps farmers understand terminology related to equality in scientific terms.

hill land: Land on hills, mountains, or moors. Managing hill land effectively supports grazing livestock and prevents soil erosion.

tissue culture: Plant or animal tissue grown in a culture medium. A method of plant propagation which reproduces clones of the original plant on media containing plant hormones. Utilizing tissue culture techniques can enhance plant breeding and propagation, providing disease-free and high-yielding crops.

moisture content: the percentage of water contained in something such as the soil, hay or straw. Understanding moisture content can help farmers manage irrigation, crop storage, and livestock feed more effectively, ensuring better productivity and sustainability.

graded seed: Graded seed, such as sugar beet, is separated by rubbing to ensure uniform planting. Using graded seed improves crop uniformity and yield, enhancing farm productivity.