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Craving: Craving noun a strong desire for something, e.g. a craving for salt. Understanding cravings aids in managing livestock nutrition and health.

Chemistry: The study of substances, elements, and compounds and their reactions with each other. Understanding chemistry principles aids farmers in managing inputs and processes for optimal farm operations.

Crimper: Crimper /kr?mp?/ noun a machine for crimping grass, similar to roller crushers. Utilizing crimpers enhances feed quality for livestock.

Cedar: A large coniferous tree belonging to several genera, including Thuya and Cedrus. Managing cedar plantations supports sustainable forestry and provides valuable timber resources.

Cordwood: Cordwood /k?dw?d/ noun pieces of cut tree trunks, all of the same length, ready for transporting. Understanding cordwood management aids in timber production and transportation.

Calorie: A unit of measurement of heat or energy. Symbol: cal. Ensuring livestock receive adequate calories is essential for maintaining their energy levels, health, and productivity.

Competition: Competition noun the struggle for limited resources such as food, light, or a mate, occurring between organisms of the same or different species. Understanding competition helps manage ecosystems and improve biodiversity.

carbon footprint: The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by human activities, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents. Reducing the carbon footprint of farming operations can contribute to environmental sustainability.

Cook Chill: Cook chill, cook freeze noun a method of preparing food for preserving, where the food is cooked to a certain temperature and then chilled or frozen. Using cook chill methods extends the shelf life of prepared foods and maintains quality.

Corn Poppy: Corn poppy noun a common weed (Papaver rhoeas) affecting cereals. Managing corn poppy involves using weed control measures to protect crops.