Category: Dictionary

Beehive Management Techniques

 April Kingsman  July 11, 2012  0 Comments on Beehive Management Techniques

The practices and strategies used to care for and manage beehives, ensuring healthy and productive colonies. For example, implementing beehive management techniques to optimize honey production and prevent disease outbreaks.

Beef Cube Steak

 April Kingsman  June 20, 2012  1 Comment on Beef Cube Steak

A cut of beef that has been tenderized by pounding or using a meat mallet, often used for chicken-fried steak. For example, producing cube steaks for Southern-style cooking and comfort food.

Food Product Regulatory Compliance Reviews

 April Kingsman  June 18, 2012  3 Comments on Food Product Regulatory Compliance Reviews

The systematic evaluations of food production and distribution practices to ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and standards, including reporting and documentation. For example, conducting food product regulatory compliance reviews to maintain legal compliance and avoid penalties.

Soil Stability

 April Kingsman  June 10, 2012  0 Comments on Soil Stability

The ability of soil to maintain its structure and resist erosion, compaction, and other forms of degradation. Soil stability is influenced by factors such as organic matter, soil texture, and management practices. For example, enhancing soil stability through conservation tillage and cover cropping to protect soil health and support sustainable agriculture.

Controlled-Release Fertilizer

 April Kingsman  June 8, 2012  1 Comment on Controlled-Release Fertilizer

A type of fertilizer that releases nutrients gradually over time. This helps provide a steady supply of nutrients to plants and reduces the risk of nutrient leaching. For instance, using controlled-release fertilizer in a greenhouse to support consistent plant growth.

Milk Replacer

 April Kingsman  May 31, 2012  0 Comments on Milk Replacer

A formulated product used as a substitute for maternal milk in feeding calves. Milk replacers provide essential nutrients for growth and development. For instance, using a high-quality calf milk replacer to ensure proper nutrition for orphaned or bottle-fed calves.

Calf Scours

 April Kingsman  May 19, 2012  2 Comments on Calf Scours

A term used to describe diarrhea in calves, often caused by infectious agents or nutritional imbalances. Scours can lead to dehydration and poor growth. For example, managing calf scours through proper nutrition and hygiene to ensure calf health.

Land Ownership

 April Kingsman  May 9, 2012  0 Comments on Land Ownership

The legal possession of land, including the rights to use and manage it. Land ownership provides security and long-term investment opportunities for farmers. For example, owning farmland allows a farmer to make improvements and plan for future generations.

Food Product Security Architecture Design

 April Kingsman  May 7, 2012  0 Comments on Food Product Security Architecture Design

The planning and implementation of security controls and measures in the design of food production and distribution systems, ensuring protection against threats. For example, designing food product security architecture to enhance system security and prevent unauthorized access.

Farmer

 April Kingsman  April 29, 2012  0 Comments on Farmer

A person engaged in agriculture, raising living organisms for food or raw materials. Farmers are essential to the food supply chain, working the land, and managing livestock to produce the raw materials needed for consumption and manufacturing.