Category: L

LFALFA: LFALFA stands for less favoured area. Understanding less favoured areas can help farmers access support and resources for agricultural development.

Lockjaw: Lockjaw is the same as tetanus. Preventing lockjaw through vaccination and proper hygiene can protect livestock health and productivity.

Layering: Layering is 1. a method of propagation where the stem of a plant is bent until it touches the soil, and is fixed down on the soil surface until roots form, and 2. a process by which the half-cut stems of hedge plants are bent over and woven around stakes set in the ground to form a new hedge. Utilizing layering techniques can enhance plant propagation and hedge formation.

LPGLPG: LPGLPG stands for liquefied petroleum gas. Utilizing liquefied petroleum gas can provide farmers with a clean and efficient energy source.

Leguminosae: Leguminosae is a family of plants including peas and beans that produce seeds in pods. Growing leguminous plants can improve soil fertility and provide nutritious crops for market sales.

Land Consolidation: Land consolidation is joining small plots of land together to form larger farms or large fields. Consolidating land can improve farm efficiency and scalability, making it easier to manage and cultivate.

Licence: A licence is an official document which allows someone to do something. Understanding licensing requirements can help farmers comply with regulations and operate legally.

Lambing Tunnel: A lambing tunnel is a covered enclosure for ewes and lambs. Lambing tunnels provide protection from harsh weather, ensuring the safety and well-being of ewes and lambs during the vulnerable lambing period.

Louse Disease: Louse disease is an external parasitic disease of cattle. Severe infection leads to loss of condition, wasting, and anemia. Managing louse disease through proper treatment and prevention measures can protect cattle health and productivity.

Lysine: Lysine is an essential amino acid in protein foodstuffs, essential for animal growth. Understanding amino acids like lysine can help farmers formulate balanced animal feeds and manage livestock nutrition.