Category: E

endocarp: The innermost of the layers of the wall (pericarp) of a fruit. Sometimes it is toughened or hardened, as in a cherry stone or peach stone. Knowledge of endocarp structure helps farmers in fruit cultivation and harvesting.

exocarp: Same as epicarp. Understanding exocarp structure helps farmers in fruit cultivation and harvesting.

emission charge: A fee paid by a company to be allowed to discharge waste into the environment. Understanding emission charges helps farmers plan for environmental compliance costs.

environmental: Referring to the environment. Understanding environmental factors helps farmers adopt practices that protect and sustain the natural world.

environmental enrichment: The practice of improving the living conditions and welfare of animals, such as by increasing the amount of space they have to live in. Implementing environmental enrichment practices helps farmers enhance animal welfare and productivity.

ELS: Abbreviation for Entry Level Stewardship. Participating in ELS helps farmers receive funding for implementing environmentally friendly farming practices.

electric dog: An electric wire at the side of the fence at the entrance to a milking parlour, which encourages the cows to go into the parlour. Using an electric dog can streamline the milking process and reduce labor for farmers.

endemic: 1. Referring to an organism that exists or originated from a specific area. The isolation of the islands has led to the evolution of endemic forms. 2. Referring to a disease that occurs within a specific area. This disease is endemic to Mediterranean countries. Understanding endemic species and diseases helps farmers manage biodiversity and animal health.

EHS: Abbreviation for experimental horticulture station. Farmers can benefit from EHS research to enhance their crop production techniques.

extensive agriculture: A way of farming which is characterized by a low level of inputs per unit of land. Compare intensive agriculture. Adopting extensive agriculture helps farmers promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact.