Author: April Kingsman

rubbed seed: Same as graded seed. Using rubbed seed helps farmers ensure uniform crop establishment and growth.

bulldozing: The act of clearing land with a bulldozer. Efficient bulldozing practices prepare fields for planting and construction.

Laminitis: Laminitis is the inflammation of the lamina in a hoof, causing swelling, and often leading to deformed hooves. It is possibly caused by too much grain feed. Managing laminitis through proper diet and hoof care can prevent lameness in livestock, ensuring their health and productivity.

agitator: The part of a machine for harvesting root crops, such as potatoes, which shakes the earth off the crop after it has been lifted. Using agitators in harvesting machinery improves efficiency and reduces labor costs for farmers.

ware potatoes: Potatoes grown for human consumption, as opposed to those grown for seed. Growing ware potatoes can provide a steady income stream from the food market.

spray lines: a method of distributing irrigation water using flexible hose, mainly used for horticultural crops. Using spray lines ensures efficient water distribution, promoting healthy crop growth and sustainable water use.

dog: A domesticated carnivorous mammal (Canis lupus familiaris) that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, non-retractable claws, and a barking, howling, or whining voice. Dogs can serve various roles on a farm, including herding livestock, guarding property, and providing companionship. Proper training and care are essential for farm dogs to ensure they are healthy and effective in their roles.

pigment: A natural substance that gives color to an animal or plant. Understanding pigments helps in breeding plants and animals with desirable traits and improving product quality.

ribwort: Same as plantain. Plantain is a nutritious forage crop that improves pasture quality and supports livestock health.

sorghum: a drought-resistant cereal plant grown in semi-arid tropical regions such as Mexico, Nigeria, and Sudan. Latin name: Sorghum vulgare. Growing sorghum provides farmers with a resilient crop suitable for dry conditions, supporting food security and economic stability.