Category: A

AMC: Agricultural Mortgage Corporation. Abbr AMC. Access to loans from AMC helps farmers invest in their operations and improve productivity.

Agriculture Industry Advisory Committee: The committee that advises the Health and Safety Commission on the protection of people at work and others from hazards to health and safety arising within the agricultural and related industries. Farmers benefit from the guidance of this committee to ensure workplace safety and compliance.

agricultural laborer: A person who does heavy work on a farm, formerly a rural worker with no land, and sometimes still a worker with a special skill, such as ditching or hedging. Understanding the role of agricultural laborers helps farmers manage their workforce effectively.

acidophilus milk: A cultured milk made from fresh milk which is allowed to go sour in a controlled way. One of the most popular types of acidophilus milk in Europe is yogurt. Farmers producing acidophilus milk products can diversify their offerings and meet consumer demand for probiotics.

alder: A hardwood tree in the birch family. Genus: Alnus. The wood is resistant to decay in wet conditions. Farmers may grow alder for timber production and soil improvement.

ACRE: Advisory Committee on Releases to the Environment. ACRE provides guidance on the environmental impact of genetically modified organisms, helping farmers make informed decisions about their use.

Agricultural Industries Confederation: A trade association for suppliers of feed, fertilizers, seeds, and grain to the agricultural sector. Abbr AIC. Farmers benefit from the resources and advocacy provided by AIC to improve their practices and productivity.

agri-environment scheme: A scheme to give money to farmers to persuade them to adopt land management practices that benefit the environment, e.g., the Environmental Stewardship Scheme. Participating in agri-environment schemes helps farmers improve sustainability and receive financial support.

alimentary canal: A tube in the body going from the mouth to the anus, including the throat, stomach, and intestines, through which food passes and is digested. Understanding the alimentary canal helps farmers manage animal nutrition and health.

AESA: Adjusted Eurospec Average. Understanding market averages like AESA helps farmers make informed decisions about livestock sales and pricing.