Author: April Kingsman

staphylococcal: caused by staphylococci. Managing staphylococcal infections in livestock ensures health and productivity, supporting farm profitability.

nomadism: a habit of some animals that move from place to place without having a fixed range. Nomadism in livestock can be managed through rotational grazing practices that mimic natural movement patterns. Farmers can benefit from understanding and implementing nomadic grazing systems to enhance pasture health, reduce soil erosion, and improve forage quality. This approach supports sustainable land management, promotes healthy livestock, and increases overall farm productivity and resilience.

vaccinate: To use a vaccine to give a person or animal immunization against a specific disease. Vaccination is crucial for preventing diseases in livestock, ensuring the health and productivity of farm animals.

planning controls: Legislation used by a local authority to control building. Helpful content: Understanding planning controls is crucial for farmers who plan to construct new buildings or modify existing ones. Knowledge of these regulations helps avoid legal issues and ensures that developments meet local standards and requirements.

Contact Herbicide: Contact herbicide noun a substance which kills a plant whose leaves it touches, e.g. paraquat. Using contact herbicides effectively controls weeds and protects crops.

estimated transmitting ability: The value of an animal, calculated using an estimate of how many offspring it will have and how much genetic material it will transfer to each one. It is equal to half the animal’s estimated breeding value. Abbr ETA. Understanding ETA helps farmers make informed breeding decisions.

germinate: (Of a seed or spore) to start to grow. Ensuring proper conditions for germination is essential for successful crop production and achieving high yields.

vermiculture: The cultivation of worms for composting and soil enhancement. Vermiculture enhances soil health and fertility through organic waste recycling.

stability: the state of being stable and not changing. Maintaining stability in agricultural practices supports consistent productivity and economic resilience for farmers.

tier: A range of things placed one row above another, e.g., the arrangement of cages in a battery. Effective tier management can optimize space and improve efficiency in livestock housing.