Category: T

trace: A very small amount of something. Monitoring trace elements and substances in soil and products ensures optimal crop growth and safety.

TPO: Abbreviation for tree preservation order. Knowing about TPOs can help farmers manage land use and comply with conservation regulations.

Tamworth: A breed of pig, red-gold in color, which makes the animal almost immune to sunburn. Tamworths are widely exported due to their ability to thrive in hot sunshine and rough conditions, making them a valuable breed for diverse climates.

toxic: Referring to a substance that is poisonous or harmful to humans, animals, or the environment. Proper management of toxic substances is essential for farm safety and environmental protection.

translocate: To move substances through the tissues of a plant. Understanding translocation processes can help farmers manage nutrient distribution and plant health.

table chicken: A chicken raised for eating rather than producing eggs. Specializing in table chickens can allow farmers to meet market demand for meat and optimize their poultry production.

tryptophan: An essential amino acid. Ensuring adequate tryptophan in livestock diets can improve health and productivity.

toxoplasmosis: An infectious disease affecting ewes, which causes pregnant animals to abort. Proper management of toxoplasmosis can prevent reproductive losses and improve flock health.

tuberculin testing: The testing of cattle for the presence of bovine tuberculosis. Implementing tuberculin testing can prevent the spread of tuberculosis and ensure herd health.

tiller: A shoot of a grass or cereal plant, which forms at ground level in the angle between a leaf and the main shoot. True stems are only produced from the tillers at a later stage in the plant’s development. Managing tillers can improve plant density and crop yield.