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agricultural policy: The decisions and commitments that make up a government’s attitude to and program for agriculture. Understanding agricultural policy helps farmers navigate regulations and benefit from government support.

anaerobic digester: A digester that operates without oxygen. Anaerobic digesters can be used to convert cattle manure into gas. Implementing anaerobic digesters helps farmers produce biogas and manage waste efficiently.

acariasis: A skin disease caused by ticks or mites. Understanding and managing acariasis is crucial for farmers to maintain the health and productivity of their livestock.

Agricultural Development and Advisory Service: Former name for ADAS. ADAS provides technical advice and support to farmers, helping them improve their practices and productivity.

acidic: Referring to acids. Knowledge of soil acidity is crucial for farmers to manage soil pH levels for optimal crop growth.

abstraction: The removal of water from a river or other source for use by industry, farmers or gardeners. Effective water abstraction practices ensure sustainable water use for agricultural needs.

ammoniacal: Referring to ammonia. Understanding ammoniacal processes helps farmers manage nitrogen levels in soil and crops.

acreage allotment: A quota system operated in the USA, which limits the area of land that can be planted with a certain type of crop. Farmers must comply with acreage allotments to receive subsidies and support for sustainable farming practices.

agrobiodiversity: The aspects of biodiversity that affect agriculture and food production, including within-species, species, and ecosystem diversity. Managing agrobiodiversity helps farmers improve resilience and sustainability in their farming systems.

animal inspector: An official whose job is to inspect animals to see if they have notifiable diseases and are being kept in acceptable conditions. Farmers benefit from inspections to ensure livestock health and compliance with regulations.