Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
Farrowing Fever: A disease of pigs caused by inflammation of the womb. Pigs suffer high temperatures and loss of appetite. Also called MMA. Early detection and treatment of farrowing fever are crucial for maintaining pig health and productivity.
Furrow Irrigation: Irrigation technique where water is allowed to flow along furrows. Properly managing furrow irrigation ensures efficient water use and crop irrigation.
Fenland Rotation: A system of crop rotation developed on the Fens of East Anglia, using potatoes, sugar beet, and wheat in rotation. This rotation helps maintain soil fertility and reduce pest and disease pressures.
Fowl Pox: A viral disease in which wart-like nodules appear on the comb, wattles, eyelids, and openings of the nostrils of fowls. Properly managing fowl pox through vaccination and biosecurity measures ensures poultry health and productivity.
FER: Abbreviation for Farm Environment Record. Keeping an environment record helps farmers monitor and improve their environmental practices.
Feedingstuff: Same as feedstuff. Providing high-quality feedingstuff ensures optimal nutrition and health for livestock.
Friesland: A breed of sheep whose milk is used in the production of soft cheese and yoghurt. Properly managing Friesland sheep supports high-quality dairy product production and farm diversification.
Futures: Stocks of produce bought or sold for shipping at some later date, which may not even have been produced when they are on the market. Properly managing futures contracts supports farm financial planning and market responsiveness.
Forage Wagon: A mobile container with a pick-up attachment used for collecting and carrying cut forage. Using forage wagons supports efficient feed transportation and livestock management.
Functional Food: Food designed to be medically beneficial, helping to protect against serious conditions such as diabetes, cancer, or heart disease. Also called nutraceutical, neutraceutical. Properly managing functional food production supports livestock health and consumer wellbeing.
