Category: B

brush: A dense growth of shrubs or small trees. Managing brush through clearing and controlled grazing supports pasture health and reduces fire risk.

biomass: The total mass of living organisms in a specific area. Utilizing biomass for energy and soil improvement supports sustainable farm management.

byre: A term for a cow shed. Proper management of byres ensures animal welfare and efficient dairy operations.

beefalo: An American breed of cattle derived from crossing bison with domestic cattle. Raising beefalo can provide hardy, disease-resistant livestock with quality meat.

blackberry: A fruiting bramble plant. Growing blackberries provides nutritious fruit for fresh markets and processing.

butterbean: A type of large, flat bean. Growing butterbeans provides nutritious food and valuable crops for fresh markets and processing.

bindweed: A perennial weed with creeping roots. Managing bindweed is essential for maintaining crop health and preventing competition for nutrients.

bite: An injury caused by the teeth of an animal. Preventing and managing animal bites is important for farm safety and livestock health.

bident: A two-year-old sheep. Understanding age-related terms helps farmers manage sheep breeding and care schedules.

Belgian Blue: A dual-purpose breed of cattle resulting from crossing Friesians and Shorthorns. Raising Belgian Blues provides both meat and milk, enhancing farm productivity.