Category: S

SCF: 1. Scottish Crofting Foundation 2. Separate concentrate feeding. Farmers benefit from SCF by receiving support and resources for sustainable farming practices.

self-seeded: Referring to a plant that grows from seed that has fallen to the ground naturally rather than being sown intentionally. Several self-seeded poppies have come up in the vegetable garden. Farmers benefit from managing self-seeded plants for natural regeneration and biodiversity.

sty: a structure for housing pigs, usually with a small run next to it. Also called pigsty. Properly managing sties ensures pig health and productivity, supporting efficient livestock operations.

square ploughing: a method of ploughing suitable for large areas. A piece of land is ploughed in the centre of a field and then the field is ploughed in a clockwise direction starting from this central point. Using square ploughing techniques ensures efficient soil preparation and promotes healthy crop growth.

sex organs: Organs which are associated with reproduction and sexual intercourse. Farmers benefit from understanding sex organs for effective breeding and livestock management.

sub-: less important than; lower than. Understanding the use of the prefix “sub-” helps farmers accurately describe and manage various agricultural practices and resources.

strippings: the last drops of milk from a cow’s teats at the end of milking session. Properly managing strippings ensures milk hygiene and quality, supporting dairy productivity and consumer health.

saddle: A supportive structure for a rider or load on the back of an animal, typically a horse. Proper saddle use ensures the comfort and safety of both rider and animal.

SOM: abbreviation soil organic matter. Maintaining soil organic matter enhances soil fertility and structure, promoting healthy crop growth and sustainable agriculture.

sieve: A garden implement with a base made of mesh or with perforations through which fine particles can pass while coarse material is retained. Compare riddle. To pass soil, etc. through a sieve to produce a fine tilth, or to remove the soil from root crops such as potatoes. Farmers benefit from using sieves for soil preparation and crop cleaning.