Category: I

Indehiscent

 April Kingsman  October 17, 2007  2 Comments on Indehiscent

indehiscent: Referring to seed pods, fruit or capsules that do not open to release seeds when ripe. Compare dehiscent. Helps farmers manage seed dispersal and crop harvest.

Institute Of Food Research

 April Kingsman  October 7, 2007  6 Comments on Institute Of Food Research

Institute of Food Research: A not-for-profit scientific institute which advises on food safety, diet and health. Abbr IFR. Ensures farmers have access to the latest research on food safety and nutrition.

Inorganic Pesticide

 April Kingsman  October 5, 2007  6 Comments on Inorganic Pesticide

inorganic pesticide: A pesticide made from inorganic substances such as sulfur. Helps farmers control pests using inorganic pesticides.

ICRISAT

 April Kingsman  May 21, 2007  9 Comments on ICRISAT

ICRISAT: International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics – an organization established in 1972 at Hyderabad, India. Farmers benefit from research on crops suited to semi-arid conditions.

Institute For Animal Health

 April Kingsman  May 19, 2007  5 Comments on Institute For Animal Health

Institute for Animal Health: A major center for research into infectious diseases in livestock. Abbr IAH. Helps farmers stay informed about and manage livestock health issues.

Inwintering

 April Kingsman  May 19, 2007  6 Comments on Inwintering

inwintering: The practice of housing cattle and sheep during the winter months rather than keeping them outdoors. Helps farmers manage livestock housing and health during winter.