Category: B

Broomrape

 April Kingsman  March 26, 2022  3 Comments on Broomrape

broomrape: A parasitic plant that attaches to the roots of crops. Managing broomrape through crop rotation and resistant varieties protects crop health and yields.

Beltsville

 April Kingsman  March 25, 2022  6 Comments on Beltsville

Beltsville: A breed of large turkey with white feathers. Raising Beltsville turkeys can meet market demands for meat and enhance farm diversity.

Burrow

 April Kingsman  March 19, 2022  7 Comments on Burrow

burrow: A hole or tunnel dug by an animal. Managing burrows supports pest control and protects crop health.

Buffalo

 April Kingsman  February 23, 2022  1 Comment on Buffalo

buffalo: A large bovine animal, also known as bison. Raising buffalo provides high-quality meat and supports biodiversity.

Bumper

 April Kingsman  February 16, 2022  2 Comments on Bumper

bumper: A protective bar on vehicles, also a term for an exceptionally good harvest. Ensuring farm vehicles are equipped with bumpers supports safety and managing bumper crops maximizes yield benefits.

Block

 April Kingsman  February 15, 2022  1 Comment on Block

block: An area of land divided into smaller sections for farming. Efficient block management improves crop rotation and resource allocation.

Breakfast

 April Kingsman  February 7, 2022  2 Comments on Breakfast

breakfast: A meal eaten in the morning. Providing balanced breakfasts for farm workers supports their health and productivity.

BHC

 April Kingsman  January 13, 2022  0 Comments on BHC

BHC: Abbreviation for benzene hexachloride. Awareness of BHC and its regulation ensures safe pesticide use on the farm.

Broody Hen

 April Kingsman  December 30, 2021  4 Comments on Broody Hen

broody hen: A hen that is inclined to sit on eggs to hatch them. Using broody hens supports natural incubation and chick rearing.

Brook

 April Kingsman  December 11, 2021  3 Comments on Brook

brook: A small stream. Managing water sources like brooks supports irrigation and water conservation on the farm.