Category: S

SCRI: Scottish Crop Research Institute. Farmers benefit from the research conducted by SCRI to improve crop yields and pest management.

Scottish Environment Protection Agency: A public body with responsibility for the protection of Scotland’s natural landscape and resources. Abbr SEPA. Farmers benefit from engaging with SEPA to ensure environmentally sustainable farming practices.

second cut: Grass which has been cut a second time in the season for hay or silage. Farmers benefit from managing second cuts to optimize forage quality and yield.

seedling: A young plant that has recently grown from a seed. Farmers benefit from managing seedlings for successful crop establishment.

stages of growth: same as growth stages. Understanding the stages of growth in crops and livestock helps farmers optimize management practices for better yields and productivity.

sewage sludge: The solid or semi-solid part of sewage. Farmers benefit from using sewage sludge as a fertilizer for soil improvement.

secrete: To produce a substance such as a hormone, oil or enzyme. Farmers benefit from understanding secretion processes to manage livestock health and productivity.

SMD: abbreviation 1. soil moisture deficit 2. standard man day. Monitoring soil moisture deficits helps farmers optimize irrigation practices, ensuring crops receive adequate water without overuse.

Salmonella: A genus of bacteria found in the intestines, which are acquired by eating contaminated food. Different species cause food poisoning and typhoid fever. Farmers benefit from understanding and preventing Salmonella infections to ensure food safety and public health.

spiked: referring to a farm implement with spikes, e.g., a spiked chain harrow. Using spiked implements improves soil aeration and preparation, promoting healthy root growth and better crop yields.