Category: Dictionary

Calf Castration

 April Kingsman  February 17, 2012  0 Comments on Calf Castration

The removal of testicles in male calves to prevent breeding and reduce aggressive behavior. Calf castration is commonly performed in livestock management. For example, castrating male calves to raise them as steers for meat production.

Rangeland Management

 April Kingsman  February 13, 2012  4 Comments on Rangeland Management

The practice of managing rangelands to optimize forage production, animal health, and ecological sustainability. Rangeland management includes grazing strategies, vegetation monitoring, and soil conservation. For instance, implementing rotational grazing to maintain rangeland health and productivity.

Feedlot Management

 April Kingsman  February 7, 2012  10 Comments on Feedlot Management

The practice of overseeing and managing the operations of a feedlot. Feedlot management includes feeding, health care, and marketing of livestock. For instance, managing a feedlot to ensure cattle are fed properly and meet market weight requirements.

Drainage Systems

 April Kingsman  January 31, 2012  3 Comments on Drainage Systems

Structures and methods used to remove excess water from agricultural land. Proper drainage helps prevent waterlogging and soil erosion. For example, installing tile drainage systems in fields to improve soil conditions for crops.

Food Product Smart Sensors And Actuators

 April Kingsman  January 30, 2012  11 Comments on Food Product Smart Sensors And Actuators

The technologies and devices that use sensors and actuators to monitor and control processes in food production and distribution, improving efficiency and quality. For example, using food product smart sensors and actuators to automate temperature control and ensure product freshness.

Food Product Storage And Inventory Management

 April Kingsman  January 25, 2012  10 Comments on Food Product Storage And Inventory Management

The practices and systems used to store and manage food products, ensuring quality and availability. For example, implementing food product storage and inventory management practices to maintain product freshness and optimize supply chain efficiency.

Cattle Weight

 April Kingsman  January 24, 2012  3 Comments on Cattle Weight

The weight of cattle, typically measured in pounds or kilograms. Cattle weight is an important indicator of growth, health, and productivity. For example, weighing cattle regularly to monitor growth rates and adjust feeding programs.

Beef Wellington

 April Kingsman  January 23, 2012  3 Comments on Beef Wellington

A gourmet dish made from beef tenderloin, mushroom duxelles, and puff pastry, often served at special occasions. For example, producing beef tenderloin for use in Beef Wellington recipes.

Beef Kidney Steak

 April Kingsman  January 16, 2012  2 Comments on Beef Kidney Steak

A cut of beef kidney, often used in traditional dishes such as steak and kidney pie. For example, producing beef kidney steaks for culinary and specialty markets.

Water Erosion

 April Kingsman  December 29, 2011  2 Comments on Water Erosion

The process by which soil is removed from the land surface by water movement, such as rainfall and runoff. Water erosion can reduce soil fertility and degrade land quality. For example, implementing erosion control practices to prevent water erosion and protect soil health in agricultural landscapes.