Category: T

Tir Cymen: An agri-environmental scheme for Wales, closed to new entrants since 1998. Understanding past and current agricultural schemes can provide insights into sustainable practices and funding opportunities.

teat cup: A tube forming part of a milking machine, which fits over the teat of the cow. Ensuring proper use and maintenance of teat cups can improve milking efficiency and cow comfort.

trim: To cut off the end parts of something, e.g., the shoots from a bush or a hedge, usually to give the object a neater shape. Proper trimming practices can improve plant health and appearance, enhancing farm aesthetics and productivity.

tilth: A good light crumbling soil prepared to be suitable for growing plants. Working the soil into a fine tilth before sowing seeds can enhance seedling emergence and crop establishment.

Tull, Jethro: (1674–1740) An 18th-century gentleman farmer. He invented the mechanical seed drill and the horse-drawn hoe. Understanding historical figures like Jethro Tull can provide insights into the development of modern agricultural practices.

terrain: The ground or an area of land in terms of its physical surface features. Understanding the terrain is crucial for farm planning, crop selection, and managing equipment use.

tattoo: A mark made on an animal’s body to identify it. Using tattoos for animal identification supports breeding programs and disease control.

temporary grassland: Arable land sown to ley for a limited period. Utilizing temporary grasslands can improve soil fertility and provide rotational grazing options for livestock.

thornless: Referring to a plant without thorns. Developing thornless varieties can improve safety and ease of handling for farmers.

tripoding: The process of drying hay on a wooden frame in the field. It is rarely practised in the UK, but still common in some parts of Europe. Tripoding is also used as a means of drying out peas. Using tripoding techniques can preserve hay quality and improve drying efficiency.