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age: The number of years during which a person or thing has existed. The size varies according to age. Farmers need to know the age of their livestock to manage breeding and productivity effectively.

AHO: Animal Health Office; Animal Health Officer. Abbr AHO. Farmers benefit from the expertise of Animal Health Officers to maintain livestock health and comply with animal welfare standards.

Agricultural Engineers Association: An organization which protects the interests of manufacturers and suppliers of agricultural machinery in the UK. Abbr AEA. Farmers benefit from the resources and advocacy provided by AEA to improve their operations.

acclimatisation: The process of adapting to a different environment. Acclimatisation is crucial for farmers when introducing new crops or livestock to different climates.

agricultural: Referring to farming. Farmers need to understand various agricultural practices to manage their farms effectively and sustainably.

amylase: An enzyme which converts starch into maltose. Understanding amylase helps farmers manage livestock digestion and nutrition.

Agricultural Waste Stakeholders’ Forum: A group that includes representatives of government, farming organizations, waste companies, and farm suppliers with the aim of identifying and dealing with issues of waste management in agriculture. Farmers benefit from participating in forums to address waste management challenges and find solutions.

Agricultural Mortgage Corporation: A corporation which makes loans available to borrowers on the security of agricultural land and buildings in England and Wales. Abbr AMC. Access to loans from AMC helps farmers invest in their operations and improve productivity.

anaerobism: A lack of oxygen such as is found in gley soils. Understanding anaerobism helps farmers manage soil health and productivity.

alveolus: A thin-walled air sac that occurs in large numbers in each lung and allows oxygen to enter and carbon dioxide to leave the blood. Understanding alveolus function helps farmers manage livestock respiratory health.