Category: H

high mortality rate: A high percentage of animals in a group which die. Managing animal health and welfare effectively reduces mortality rates and ensures a productive livestock operation.

hybridisation: The production of hybrids. Practicing hybridisation improves crop and livestock performance and productivity.

hand pulling: The act of pulling weeds or plants out of the ground by hand. Hand pulling weeds helps maintain crop health and reduces the need for chemical herbicides, promoting sustainable farming practices.

hydropower: Same as hydroelectric power. Utilizing hydropower provides a renewable energy source for farm operations.

high tunnel: A type of greenhouse that extends the growing season for crops. Using high tunnels can increase crop production and protect plants from adverse weather conditions.

HDC: Abbreviation for Horticultural Development Council. Engaging with HDC can provide farmers with valuable research and support for horticultural practices.

Higher Level Stewardship: One of the categories under the Environmental Stewardship scheme, where farmers can apply for funding in return for implementing complex environmental management schemes on their land. Abbr HLS. Utilizing HLS can provide financial incentives for sustainable farming practices.

Hosier system: A system of dairy cattle management, where the milking of cows is done in the field using a milking pail. Implementing the Hosier system can improve milking efficiency and cow comfort.

herb: A plant that is used to add flavor in cooking or has medicinal properties. Growing herbs can diversify farm products and provide additional income streams.

headland: An uncultivated area of soil at the edge of a field, where a tractor turns when ploughing. Managing headlands effectively can improve field operations and reduce soil compaction.