Category: I

Ig: Immunoglobulin – a protein produced by specific white blood cells that acts as an antibody in immune responses. Abbr Ig. Important for livestock health and disease management.

ironweed: Same as knotgrass. Helps farmers identify and manage this plant species.

ICCA: International Cocoa Agreement – an agreement between countries to stabilize the price of cocoa. Ensures fair trade practices and stable income for cocoa farmers.

intervention buying: A feature of the Common Agricultural Policy, whereby governments or their agents offer to buy surplus agricultural produce at a predetermined price. Helps farmers manage surplus production.

interspecific: Involving two or more species. Helps farmers understand interactions between different species in agriculture.

induced twinning: The act of producing twin young after embryo transfer with twin embryos. Helps farmers increase livestock production.

incisor: A flat sharp-edged tooth in the front of the mouth for cutting and tearing food. Helps farmers understand animal anatomy and health.

intersow: To sow seed between rows of existing plants. Helps farmers manage intercropping practices.

inoculum: 1. Material used to inoculate a person or animal against a disease. 2. Microscopic airborne spores or other material from an organism that causes disease. Helps farmers understand and apply inoculation practices.

injurious weed: A weed which causes damage to crops or livestock, e.g. ragwort or creeping thistle. Helps farmers identify and manage harmful weeds.