Tractor and Farm Equipment Repair
summer: the season following spring and before autumn, when the weather is warmest, the sun is highest in the sky, and most plants flower and set seed. Properly managing summer crops ensures healthy growth and optimal yields, supporting farm productivity.
short ton: US same as ton. Farmers benefit from understanding and using standardized measurements like short tons for consistent and accurate trade and storage.
S symbol sulphur: Sulphur is an essential element for plant growth, contributing to the formation of proteins and enzymes. Farmers benefit from understanding sulphur’s role in maintaining soil health and enhancing crop yield.
saprophagous: Referring to organisms that feed on decaying organic matter. Farmers benefit from saprophagous organisms by utilizing natural decomposition processes to enrich soil fertility.
soil contamination: the presence of chemical or biological elements which affect the soils natural function. Preventing soil contamination ensures healthy crop growth and protects the environment, supporting sustainable farming practices.
scour: To wash wool to remove grease and contaminants. Farmers benefit from scouring wool to produce high-quality fleece for the market.
selective herbicide: A weedkiller which is designed to kill only plants with specific characteristics and not others. Farmers benefit from using selective herbicides to control weeds without harming crops.
spore: the microscopic reproductive body of fungi, bacteria, and some non-flowering plants such as ferns. COMMENT: Spores are produced by plants such as ferns or by algae and fungi. They are microscopic and float in the air or water until they find a resting place where they can germinate. Managing spores helps farmers prevent disease outbreaks and ensure healthy crop growth, supporting productivity and quality.
scraper: A steel-framed attachment for a tractor. It has a rubber scraping edge, and is used for heavy duty work, clearing slurry from farmyards. Farmers benefit from using scrapers to maintain clean and hygienic farmyards.
short-grain rice: Varieties of rice with short grains, grown in cooler climates such as Japan. Farmers benefit from growing short-grain rice for its market demand and suitability to specific climates.
