Category: A

acid deposition: Same as acid rain. Acid deposition can negatively impact soil and water quality, so farmers must take measures to mitigate its effects on their crops and livestock.

all-terrain vehicle: A vehicle which can be driven over all types of land surface. Abbr ATV. Using ATVs helps farmers manage and access their land more efficiently.

acidify: To make a substance more acid, or to become more acid. Farmers need to know how to acidify soils appropriately to correct nutrient deficiencies and improve crop production.

alm: An alpine pasture normally only grazed in summer. Managing alpine pastures helps farmers optimize grazing resources for livestock.

azotobacter: A genus of bacteria that fix nitrogen in the soil. These bacteria enhance soil fertility, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers and benefiting crop production.

ammonia: A gas with an unpleasant smell that is easily soluble in water. Formula: NH3. Ammonia is released into the atmosphere from animal dung. It has the effect of neutralizing acid rain, but in combination with sulfur dioxide it forms ammonium sulfate which damages the green leaves of plants. Managing ammonia emissions is important for farmers to protect crop health and comply with environmental regulations.

actuals: Stocks of commodities such as cotton or rice which are available for shipping. Compare futures. Managing actuals allows farmers to plan their sales and distribution more efficiently.

Advisory Committee on Animal Feedingstuffs: A committee set up by the Food Standards Agency in 1999 to advise on health and safety in animal feeds and feeding practices. Abbr ACAF. Following ACAF guidelines helps farmers ensure the safety and quality of animal feeds.

ALC: Agricultural land classification. Abbr ALC. Understanding land classification helps farmers plan and manage their agricultural activities effectively.

agbiotech: Biotechnology applied to agriculture or an agricultural industry. Understanding agbiotech helps farmers adopt new technologies to improve crop yields and livestock health.