Category: F

Foot Rot

 April Kingsman  November 8, 2019  0 Comments on Foot Rot

Foot Rot: A disease of the horny parts and soft tissue of sheep’s feet, occurring particularly in wet marshy and badly-drained pastures, caused primarily by the organism Fusiformis necrophorus and sometimes Fusiformis nodosus. Managing foot rot through proper practices ensures sheep health and productivity.

Farrier

 April Kingsman  November 6, 2019  0 Comments on Farrier

Farrier: A person who makes and fits shoes for horses. Proper hoof care by a farrier ensures the health and performance of horses on a farm.

Fescue

 April Kingsman  October 5, 2019  0 Comments on Fescue

Fescue: A common name for about 100 species of grasses, including many valuable pasture and fodder species. Growing fescue provides nutritious forage for livestock and supports sustainable pasture management.

Fair Average Quality

 April Kingsman  September 28, 2019  1 Comment on Fair Average Quality

Fair Average Quality: The average quality of agricultural produce based on samples taken from bulk. Abbr FAQ. Understanding fair average quality helps farmers meet market standards and ensures consistent product quality for better sales and customer satisfaction.

Felling Licence

 April Kingsman  September 22, 2019  1 Comment on Felling Licence

Felling Licence: Permission from the Forestry Commission to fell trees. Managing tree felling with proper licences ensures sustainable forestry practices and environmental protection.

Flight Feathers

 April Kingsman  August 22, 2019  0 Comments on Flight Feathers

Flight Feathers: The main feathers on a bird’s wing, properly called the ‘primaries’. Managing flight feathers is important for the health and welfare of poultry and other birds on the farm.

Fruitwood

 April Kingsman  August 18, 2019  0 Comments on Fruitwood

Fruitwood: The wood from a fruit tree such as apple or cherry, which may be used to make furniture. Properly managing fruitwood supports timber production and farm diversification.

Fibrous

 April Kingsman  August 5, 2019  1 Comment on Fibrous

Fibrous: Made of a mass of fibres. Fibrous rooted plants have roots that are masses of tiny threads with no major roots like tap roots. Growing fibrous rooted plants helps improve soil structure and prevent erosion.

Febrile

 April Kingsman  June 28, 2019  0 Comments on Febrile

Febrile: Referring to a fever. Managing febrile conditions in livestock is crucial for maintaining animal health and preventing disease outbreaks.

Farmland Bird

 April Kingsman  June 5, 2019  0 Comments on Farmland Bird

Farmland Bird: A bird that nests in an agricultural environment. Many are declining in numbers because of changes in agricultural practices. Protecting farmland birds supports biodiversity and ecological balance on farms.