Category: P

picotee: Referring to a flower petal with an edge of a different color. Growing picotee flowers can provide ornamental value and meet market demands for unique floral varieties.

pullet: A young female fowl, from hatching until a year old. Helpful content: Proper care and nutrition for pullets are crucial for successful egg production. Farmers can achieve higher yields and healthier flocks by providing optimal conditions during the pullet stage.

producer: 1. A person or company that produces something. 2. An organism that takes energy from outside an ecosystem and channels it into the system, e.g., green plants (primary producers) and herbivores (secondary producers). Helpful content: Producers form the foundation of the food chain. Farmers as primary producers play a critical role in the agricultural ecosystem, converting natural resources into food, fiber, and fuel.

pastern: The thin part of a horse’s leg, between the fetlock and the hoof. Proper care of the pastern can prevent lameness and improve horse performance.

pupa: A stage in the development of some insects such as butterflies when the larva becomes encased in a hard shell. The plural is pupae. Helpful content: Recognizing the pupal stage in beneficial insects helps farmers implement biological control methods. Protecting and encouraging beneficial insects can enhance pest management and crop health.

prolonged: Lasting for a long time. Helpful content: Understanding the impacts of prolonged environmental conditions, such as drought or cold spells, helps farmers implement adaptive strategies. Proper planning and resource management can mitigate the effects of adverse conditions on crop and livestock production.

polythene: A type of plastic used to make artificial fibres, packaging, boxes, and other articles. Also called polyethylene. Helpful content: Polythene products are essential for protecting crops, conserving soil moisture, and reducing weed pressure. Farmers can use polythene mulches and covers to enhance crop growth and improve overall farm productivity.

production: The act of manufacturing or producing something. Helpful content: Efficient production practices are essential for maximizing farm output. Farmers can adopt innovative technologies and sustainable methods to enhance productivity and reduce environmental impact.

PST: Abbreviation for porcine somatotropin. Helpful content: Using porcine somatotropin can enhance growth rates and feed conversion efficiency in pigs, leading to higher production yields and improved profitability for pig farmers.

point: The forward end of a ploughshare. Helpful content: Maintaining the point of a ploughshare ensures efficient soil cutting and turning. Regular inspection and replacement of worn points can improve plough performance and soil preparation.