Category: T

tedding: The process of spreading by lifting the swaths of new-mown grass in haymaking. Proper tedding practices ensure quicker drying of hay, maintaining its nutritional value.

Trondheim: Blacksided Trondheim. Understanding livestock breeds like Trondheim can support breeding programs and optimize animal performance.

top link sensor: The mechanism by which most draught controls sense the draught on a tractor implement. It uses the top link of the three-point linkage. Proper use of top link sensors can enhance tractor performance and efficiency.

tox- / toxi-: Prefix indicating poison. Understanding toxic substances and their effects is crucial for safe farm management and preventing contamination.

tine: A pointed spike on a cultivator or harrow. Types of tine include rigid, spring-loaded, and spring. A sharp prong of a fork or rake. Proper use and maintenance of tines can enhance soil preparation and crop management.

trial: A test carried out to see if something works well. Conducting trials can help farmers evaluate new practices, products, or technologies before full implementation.

tray: A flat shallow container, usually made of plastic, in which seeds can be sown in a greenhouse. Using trays for seed sowing can improve germination rates and ease of management.

toxaemia: Blood poisoning. Recognizing and treating toxaemia in livestock can prevent serious health issues and improve animal welfare.

transhumance: The practice of moving flocks and herds up to high summer pastures and bringing them down to a valley again in winter. Implementing transhumance can optimize pasture use and animal health.

turbary: A place where turf or peat is dug for fuel. Understanding turbary practices can provide sustainable fuel sources and support land management.