Category: T

tank: A large container for storing fluid. Proper use and maintenance of tanks for water, fuel, or chemicals are essential for efficient farm operations and resource management.

top dressing: A fertilizer applied to a growing crop. Proper application of top dressings can enhance crop nutrition and yield, supporting better farm productivity.

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.

towbar: A strong bar at the back of a car or tractor, to which another vehicle can be attached to be pulled along. Proper use and maintenance of towbars can improve safety and efficiency in farm logistics.

tolerant: Not reacting adversely to something. Using tolerant plant varieties can enhance crop performance under adverse conditions, supporting sustainable agriculture.

tetraploid: Forms of grass and clover with larger seeds and a larger plant than ordinary grass and clover. Utilizing tetraploid varieties can improve forage quality and yield, benefiting livestock nutrition and farm productivity.

thorax: A cavity in the top part of the body of an animal above the abdomen, containing the diaphragm, heart, and lungs, all surrounded by the rib cage. The middle section of the body of an insect, between the head and the abdomen. Understanding thorax anatomy helps in managing livestock health and diagnosing issues.

tedder: A machine used to lift and loosen a swath, enabling air to circulate through the cut crop. Using tedders can speed up hay drying, ensuring high-quality forage for livestock.

tree nursery: A place where trees are grown from seed until they are large enough to be planted out. Utilizing tree nurseries can ensure a reliable supply of healthy saplings for reforestation or commercial planting.

trailing: Referring to a plant whose shoots lie on the ground. Managing trailing plants can improve crop growth and ease of harvest.