Category: R

rootstock: A plant with roots onto which a piece of another plant is grafted. Using rootstock supports successful grafting and improves crop quality and productivity.

rural affairs: The activities and concerns of rural communities. Understanding rural affairs helps farmers engage with community issues and promote rural development.

red corpuscle: A red blood cell which contains haemoglobin and carries oxygen to the tissues. Understanding blood components is important for diagnosing and treating livestock health issues.

RQ: Abbreviation for respiratory quotient. Monitoring respiratory quotient helps farmers assess livestock health and optimize feeding strategies.

rookery: A breeding place for a colony of rooks. Managing rookeries helps farmers protect crops and manage bird populations.

range management: The practice of managing rangelands for sustainable livestock grazing and ecosystem health. Proper range management balances animal needs with environmental conservation.

rear: To look after young animals until they are old enough to look after themselves. Proper rearing practices ensure the health and productivity of livestock.

rural development agency: An official body set up to develop policies and oversee rural development. Rural development agencies support farmers by providing resources and implementing development projects.

rendzina: Soil developed on chalk and limestone rocks characterized by its shallowness and lack of true subsoil. Managing rendzina soil helps farmers optimize crop production on challenging soil types.

rack: A frame of wooden or metal bars which holds fodder, and from which animals can eat. Helps farmers efficiently feed livestock, reducing waste and ensuring animals have constant access to food.