Category: S

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.

steam up: to feed a cow before it calves, to prepare it for the next lactation. Properly managing steam-up practices ensures healthy calving and productivity in dairy operations.

scabies: A very irritating infection of the skin caused by a mite which lives under the skin. Farmers benefit from recognizing and treating scabies to ensure livestock welfare and productivity.

strength: the ability of wheat flour to produce a yeasted dough capable of retaining carbon dioxide bubbles until the proteins in the bubble walls become relatively rigid, which happens at about 75°C. The milling quality of wheat is measured by the Hagberg test. Properly managing wheat flour strength ensures high-quality bread production, supporting market value and consumer trust.