Category: H

humate: A salt that is derived from humus. Using humates improves soil fertility and supports healthy crop growth.

hedgelaying: A traditional method of cultivating hedges, where tall saplings are cut through halfway and then bent over so that they lie horizontally and make a thick barrier. Practicing hedgelaying maintains dense, effective hedges that support wildlife and prevent livestock escape.

holly: An evergreen tree (Ilex aquifolium) producing hard white timber. Growing holly can provide valuable timber and ornamental products for farmers.

homologous pair: A pair of chromosomes in a diploid organism that are structurally similar and have the same arrangement of genes, although they may carry different alleles. Understanding homologous pairs aids in genetic research and breeding programs.

Hampshire Down: A short stocky early-maturing sheep, originating from Berkshire ewe flocks and Southdown rams. Raising Hampshire Down sheep offers farmers a breed known for early maturity and good meat quality.

high-yielding: Producing a large crop. Growing high-yielding varieties of crops can maximize farm profitability and food production.

herdmark: A unique marker assigned to each herd of pigs by Defra and used to identify the animals when being moved from the farm. Using herdmarks ensures traceability and compliance with animal movement regulations.

hop: A climbing plant that has long thin groups of green flowers which are used dried in brewing to add flavor to beer. Growing hops provides farmers with a valuable crop for the brewing industry.

heterotroph: An organism that requires carbon in organic form and cannot manufacture it. Animals, fungi, and some algae and bacteria are heterotrophs. Managing heterotrophic organisms ensures balanced ecosystems and efficient nutrient cycles on the farm.

hydraulic conductivity: The rate at which water can move through soil, used as a factor in soil management. Understanding hydraulic conductivity supports proper soil and water management.