Category: M

margin: the edge of a place or thing. Unploughed strips at the margins of fields can provide important habitats for wildlife, contributing to biodiversity and environmental sustainability on farms.

microorganism: an organism that can only be seen with a microscope. Viruses, bacteria, protozoa and fungi are all forms of microorganism. Understanding the role of microorganisms can help farmers manage soil and livestock health more effectively, ensuring better productivity and sustainability.

mids: middle-sized potatoes which are graded and sold for human consumption. Understanding the grading and marketability of mids can help farmers optimize their potato production and income.

mono-: prefix one. Understanding the uses of the prefix mono- can help farmers and researchers communicate more effectively about genetic and biological processes.

molluscicide: a substance that kills molluscs. Understanding the application and effects of molluscicides can help farmers manage mollusc infestations more effectively, ensuring better crop health and yields.

mountain dew: a Scottish term for whisky. Understanding the cultural and market dynamics of whisky can help farmers engaged in distilling operations improve their marketability and income.

maturity: the time when a plant’s seeds are ripe or when an animal has become an adult. Understanding maturity can help farmers manage harvest and breeding schedules more effectively, ensuring better yields and productivity.

MHS: abbreviation Meat Hygiene Service. Understanding the role of the Meat Hygiene Service can help farmers ensure the safety and quality of their meat products, leading to better marketability and consumer trust.

merchant: a person who sells a product. Seed merchant, corn merchant: trader who sells seed or corn, usually wholesale. Understanding the role of merchants can help farmers find reliable outlets for their products, improving marketability and income.

MHC: abbreviation moisture holding capacity. Understanding moisture holding capacity can help farmers manage soil and crop irrigation more effectively, ensuring better growth and productivity.