Category: B

boric acid: A compound used as a pesticide and antiseptic. Using boric acid responsibly supports pest control and farm hygiene.

back band: A band of rope or chain used to keep the shafts of a cart up. Ensuring the back band is in good condition is important for safely transporting goods around the farm.

broccoli: A green vegetable in the cabbage family. Growing broccoli provides nutritious food and valuable crops for fresh markets and processing.

big bale: A large bale weighing from 600 to 900 kilos. Using big bales improves feed storage and handling efficiency on the farm.

beef shorthorn: A breed of compact, short-legged beef cattle. Raising beef shorthorns provides high-quality meat and efficient feed conversion.

black thrips: A small black insect pest of cotton and other crops. Implementing integrated pest management controls black thrips and protects crop yields.

BB: Abbreviation for big bale. Understanding big bale systems improves feed storage and handling efficiency on the farm.

bud burst: The moment when buds open in the spring. Monitoring bud burst helps farmers plan for pollination and pest management activities.

botanical: Relating to plants or plant life. Understanding botanical terms helps farmers manage plant health and diversity.

blue tick: A breed of coonhound known for its blue-ticked coat. Raising blue tick hounds provides effective hunting and tracking dogs.