Category: C

Countryside Stewardship: Countryside stewardship noun the practice of altering farming practices to benefit wildlife and retain natural diversity. Abbr CSS. Implementing countryside stewardship practices promotes biodiversity and sustainable agriculture.

Compounder: Compounder /k?m pa?nd?/ noun a company which produces compound feed. Engaging with compounders ensures access to balanced animal feed for livestock nutrition.

Crop Standing: Crop standing noun herbage growing in a field before harvest. Understanding crop standing aids in managing crop yields and harvesting schedules.

Cucumber: Cucumber noun a creeping plant (Cucumis sativus) with long green fleshy fruit, used as a salad vegetable COMMENT: Cucumbers are native to India, and are used as a cooked vegetable in oriental cooking; they are a major glasshouse crop. Cultivating cucumbers provides nutritious vegetables for markets.

Condense: Condense verb to make a vapour become liquid. Managing condensation processes ensures efficient water use and management on farms.

Caryopsis: A seed of cereals and grasses. Understanding the structure of caryopsis helps farmers in breeding and cultivating healthy cereal crops.

Clean Land: Land that is free of weeds. Maintaining clean land supports healthy crop growth and reduces competition for resources.

Cambridge Roller: A heavy roller with a ribbed surface, consisting of a number of heavy iron wheels or rings, each with a ridge about 4 cm high. Using a Cambridge roller provides an excellent seedbed for grass and clover seeds, promoting healthy germination and growth.

Cleg: Same as horsefly. Managing clegs involves using appropriate pest control measures to protect livestock and reduce irritation.

Commercial Market: Commercial market noun a market for cattle or sheep for meat rather than for breeding. Compare pedigree market. Understanding commercial markets helps farmers make informed decisions about livestock sales.