Category: A

agricultural waste: Waste matter produced on a farm, e.g., plastic containers for pesticides. Managing agricultural waste is important for farmers to reduce environmental impact and comply with regulations.

advanced register: A book which records breeding performance of outstanding livestock. Keeping an advanced register helps farmers track and improve their breeding programs.

ADRA: Animal Diseases Research Association. The research provided by ADRA helps farmers understand and manage animal diseases effectively.

agricultural depopulation: The fact of people leaving farms to live and work elsewhere. Managing agricultural depopulation is important for maintaining rural communities and farm productivity.

amoebic: Referring to an amoeba or amoebae. Understanding amoebic conditions helps farmers manage livestock health and prevent infections.

agricultural economist: A person who studies the economics of the agricultural industry. Insights from agricultural economists can guide farmers in making profitable and sustainable business decisions.

amniotic fluid: The fluid that surrounds and protects a fetus. Understanding amniotic fluid helps farmers manage livestock reproduction and health.

air layering: A method of propagation where a stem is partially cut, then surrounded with damp moss, which is tied securely to the stem. Roots will grow from the cut at the point where it is in contact with the moss. Using air layering helps farmers propagate plants efficiently.

Angus: Same as Aberdeen Angus. Raising Angus cattle provides farmers with high-quality meat production and ease of management.

agri-: Prefix referring to agriculture or to the cultivation or management of land. Farmers use agri- as a prefix in various agricultural terms to describe practices and technologies related to farming.