Category: E

eject: To throw something out. Ejectors on manure spreaders help farmers distribute manure evenly over fields, improving soil fertility.

extract: 1. To take something out of somewhere. Vanilla essence is extracted from an orchid. 2. To produce a substance from another. Coconut oil is extracted from copra. Understanding extraction processes helps farmers produce value-added products and increase income.

earth up: To move soil to make a ridge, in which a crop such as potatoes or celery can grow. Plants are earthed up to protect the tender stems from frost or to make them white. Potatoes are earthed up to prevent the tubers from turning green and tasting bitter. This practice helps farmers protect crops from environmental stressors and improve quality.

England Rural Development Programme: A set of schemes run by Defra in the UK to develop sustainable farming methods in rural areas. Abbr ERDP. Participating in the ERDP helps farmers access funding and support for sustainable farming practices.

enzootic bovine leucosis: A blood cancer disease of cattle. It is a notifiable disease. Managing enzootic bovine leucosis is crucial for farmers to ensure the health and productivity of their herds.

equine: Relating to horses. Understanding equine health and behavior helps farmers manage horse care and breeding.

EUROP: Letters which make up the conformation classes in the Carcass Classification System. Understanding EUROP classifications helps farmers market their meat products more effectively.

environmental assessment: The identification of the expected environmental effects of a proposed action. Conducting an environmental assessment helps farmers plan sustainable agricultural practices and comply with environmental regulations.

energy: The force or strength to carry out activities. You need to eat carbohydrates to give you energy. 2. Electricity or other fuel. We have to review our energy requirements regularly. Managing energy efficiently helps farmers reduce costs and improve sustainability.

English Leicester: A breed of sheep derived from Robert Bakewell’s flock, used for breeding many other longwool breeds. It produces a heavy fleece and is now a rare breed. Raising English Leicester sheep can provide farmers with high-quality wool and contribute to the preservation of rare breeds.