Category: E

Enterobius: A threadworm or nematode which infests the intestine. Managing Enterobius infestations is crucial for farmers to ensure the health and productivity of their livestock.

enhancer: An artificial substance that increases the flavor of food or of an artificial flavoring that has been added to food. (NOTE: In the European Union, flavor enhancers added to food have the E numbers E620 to E637.) Understanding enhancers helps farmers in food processing and product formulation.

evening primrose: A biennial plant with hairy leaves and seeds that produce an oil which is used by the pharmaceutical industry. Growing evening primrose can provide farmers with an alternative income source from oil production.

Environmental Protection Act 1990: A UK regulation to allow the introduction of integrated pollution control, regulations for the disposal of waste, and other provisions. Abbr EPA. Complying with the EPA helps farmers reduce pollution and protect the environment.

expander: A device behind a mole which widens a drain. Using expanders helps farmers manage drainage and prevent waterlogging.

Emmer: A species of wheat (Triticum dicoccoides) which is a natural hybrid of wild wheat and a goat grass. A further crossing between Emmer and a goat grass produced wheat (Triticum aestivum). Growing Emmer can provide farmers with a resilient and nutritious crop.

ECS: Abbreviation for Energy Crops Scheme. The ECS provides financial support to farmers for growing energy crops, promoting sustainable energy production.

effective field capacity: The actual average rate of work achieved by a machine, usually expressed in acres or hectares per hour. Understanding effective field capacity helps farmers plan and optimize machinery use for efficient farm operations.

EU: Abbreviation for European Union. Understanding EU regulations helps farmers comply with agricultural standards and access funding opportunities.

EBV: Abbreviation for estimated breeding value. Knowing EBV helps farmers select and breed livestock for desirable traits, improving herd quality and productivity.