Category: H

halter: A rope with a noose for holding and leading horses or cattle. Using halters correctly ensures safe handling and management of livestock.

herbivore: An animal that feeds only on plants. Managing herbivores in a farm setting ensures balanced diets and healthy growth for livestock.

humify: To break down rotting organic waste to form humus. Practicing humification improves soil fertility and supports healthy crop growth.

heifer: A young female cow that has not yet borne a calf. Managing heifers properly ensures their health and productivity as future milk or meat producers.

heart rot: A disease of sugar beet and mangolds, caused by boron deficiency. Managing boron levels in soil helps prevent heart rot and ensures healthy crop growth.

halophyte: A plant that is able to grow in salty soil, as in estuaries. Cultivating halophytes can be a sustainable practice for farms in coastal or saline regions.

hedgerow: A line of bushes forming a hedge. Maintaining hedgerows can support biodiversity, provide natural barriers, and improve the aesthetics of the farm landscape.

habitat management: Same as nature management. Effective habitat management can lead to sustainable farming practices, helping maintain soil health and supporting beneficial wildlife.

hydrops uteri: A disease of livestock caused by an excessive amount of fluid in the pregnant womb. The womb may need to be drained. Managing hydrops uteri ensures the health and productivity of pregnant livestock.

husbandry: The activity of looking after farm animals and crops. Practicing husbandry ensures the health and productivity of livestock and crops.