Category: F

Foxtail Millet

 April Kingsman  December 24, 2015  0 Comments on Foxtail Millet

Foxtail Millet: The first cereal to be cultivated in China, used for silage, hay, brewing, and flour in many parts of the world, and in Britain it is used as birdseed. Properly managing foxtail millet production supports diverse crop options and agricultural productivity.

Floodwater

 April Kingsman  December 21, 2015  0 Comments on Floodwater

Floodwater: Water that spreads uncontrolled onto land that is usually dry. After floodwater recedes, the center of the town was left buried in mud. Properly managing floodwater helps protect farmland and infrastructure.

FCE

 April Kingsman  December 19, 2015  0 Comments on FCE

FCE: Abbreviation for feed conversion efficiency. This measure helps farmers optimize animal feeding practices to improve growth rates and reduce feed costs.

Farm Support Scheme

 April Kingsman  November 25, 2015  0 Comments on Farm Support Scheme

Farm Support Scheme: Article 39 of the Treaty of Rome providing the framework of the Common Agricultural Policy. Each member state contributes to the European Agricultural Guarantee and Guidance Fund. Payments are made for structural changes under the guidance fund and much larger payments under the guarantee section. This scheme helps farmers manage financial risks and support agricultural development.

FARMA

 April Kingsman  November 2, 2015  0 Comments on FARMA

FARMA: Abbreviation for National Farmer’s Retail and Markets Association. This association supports farmers in marketing their products and improving sales through direct-to-consumer models.

Food Balance

 April Kingsman  October 18, 2015  0 Comments on Food Balance

Food Balance: The balance between food supply and the demand for food from a population. Understanding food balance helps farmers plan production and manage resources effectively.

F

 April Kingsman  October 15, 2015  1 Comment on F

F: Fahrenheit (°F) is a scale of temperature measurement where the freezing point of water is 32°F and the boiling point is 212°F. Farmers use Fahrenheit to monitor and manage the climate conditions essential for crop growth and livestock health.

Forest

 April Kingsman  September 25, 2015  0 Comments on Forest

Forest: 1. An area of land greater than 0.5 ha, 10% of which is occupied by trees. Properly managing forests supports timber production, biodiversity, and environmental health.

Fodder

 April Kingsman  August 22, 2015  1 Comment on Fodder

Fodder: Plant material or a crop grown to give to animals as food, e.g., grass or clover. Growing and managing fodder crops provides nutritious feed for livestock and supports sustainable farming practices.

Four Tooth Sheep

 April Kingsman  August 15, 2015  0 Comments on Four Tooth Sheep

Four Tooth Sheep: A sheep that is 18–21 months of age. Properly managing four tooth sheep ensures their health and productivity.