Category: S

semolina: A coarse flour made from wheat after the fine flour has been ground. It is used to make puddings. Farmers benefit from producing and using semolina for its culinary applications and market demand.

systemic acquired resistance: an induced resistance to pathogens that develops in uninfected parts of a plant after the infected parts have been treated with a systemic pesticide. Properly managing systemic acquired resistance ensures effective disease control and healthy crop growth, enhancing farm productivity.

stem rot: a disease caused by deficiency of nutrients. Managing stem rot ensures healthy plant growth and prevents yield losses, supporting farm productivity.

standard man day: eight hours of work, used as a measure for calculating labour costs on a farm. Abbr SMD. Properly managing labour costs using standard man days supports efficient farm operations and financial planning.

standing crop: a crop such as wheat which is still growing in a field. Properly managing standing crops ensures healthy growth and optimal yields.

suckler cow: a cow which rears its own calf and is later used for beef production. Properly managing suckler cows ensures healthy growth and productivity in beef operations, supporting farm profitability.

sustainable tourism: the management of tourist activities to ensure minimum disruption of local infrastructure and environment. Understanding and engaging in sustainable tourism practices ensures responsible resource use and supports rural economies.

silks: The long thin styles of the female flowers of the maize plant. Farmers benefit from understanding maize silks for effective pollination and crop management.

six-tooth sheep: a sheep between two and three years old. Managing sheep at different stages of growth, such as six-tooth sheep, helps farmers optimize breeding programs and improve flock health and productivity.

snail: a mollusc of the class Gastropoda. It is a pest which can be controlled by molluscicides. Managing snail populations protects crops from damage, ensuring healthy growth and better yields.