Lactation
lactation: The period during which a female mammal produces milk following birth. Managing lactation is crucial for optimizing milk production and ensuring the health of both mother and offspring.
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Land Classification: Land classification is the classification of land into categories, according to its value for a broad land use type. In England and Wales, the Defra classification map has five main grades, between Grade 1 (completely suitable for agriculture) and Grade 5 (land with severe limitations, because of its soil, relief, or climate). Knowing land classification assists farmers in optimizing land use and adhering to agricultural policies.
Lambing Sickness: Lambing sickness is a bacterial disease of sheep picked up from the soil, which can cause rapid death. Managing lambing sickness through vaccination and proper hygiene can prevent significant losses in sheep flocks.
Linnaean System: Linnaean system is the scientific system of naming organisms devised by the Swedish scientist Carolus Linnaeus (170778). Carl von Linné is another form of his name. The Linnaean system (or binomial classification) gives each organism a name made up of two main parts. The first is a generic name referring to the genus to which the organism belongs, and the second is a specific name which refers to the particular species. Organisms are usually identified by using both their generic and specific names, e.g., Homo sapiens (man) and Felix catus (domestic cat). The generic name is written or printed with a capital letter. Both names are usually given in italics, or are underlined if written or typed. Utilizing the Linnaean system can aid in accurate identification and classification of plants and animals on the farm.
Lime: Lime is 1. calcium oxide made from burnt limestone, used to spread on soil to reduce acidity and add calcium, 2. a hardwood tree. Genus: Tilia, and 3. a citrus fruit tree, with green fruit similar to, but smaller than, lemons. Latin name: Citrus aurantifolia. To lime means to treat acid soil by spreading lime on it. Utilizing lime can improve soil health and fertility, supporting crop growth.
Leader-Follower System: The leader-follower system is a system of grazing where priority is given to a group of animals (the leaders) and the crop is later grazed by a second group of animals (the followers). So first-year heifers might be followed by second-year heifers. Implementing the leader-follower system can optimize pasture use and improve livestock health.
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