Admin A form of mastitis without visible symptoms but detectable through milk testing, typically by elevated somatic cell counts. Subclinical mastitis affects milk quality and yield. For example, monitoring somatic cell counts to detect and manage subclinical mastitis in dairy herds.
smudging: the process of burning oil to produce smoke to prevent loss of heat from the ground and so to minimise or prevent frost damage to crops and orchards. Using smudging techniques protects crops from frost damage, ensuring better yields and quality.
The brains of cattle, often used in traditional dishes and for making pet food. For example, producing beef brains for culinary and industrial applications.
Products that have had lactose removed or broken down, suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance. For instance, producing lactose-free milk to cater to consumers with dietary restrictions.
trematode: A fluke, a parasitic flatworm. Proper management of trematode infections is essential for livestock health and productivity.
The pursuit of innovative and business-oriented approaches in agriculture, including the development of new products, services, and markets. For example, exploring agri-entrepreneurship opportunities to create value-added products and expand business ventures.
Fly Blown: Referring to a fleece laden with maggot-fly eggs. Properly managing fly infestations helps protect sheep health and wool quality.
snap beans: US beans which are eaten in the pod, e.g., green beans or French beans, or of which the seed is eaten after drying, e.g., haricot beans. As opposed to broad beans or Lima beans, the seeds of which are eaten fresh. Growing snap beans provides farmers with a versatile crop for fresh and processed markets, enhancing farm income.
Carbamate: A pesticide used as an insecticide, herbicide, and fungicide, no longer approved for use in the UK. Understanding the history and regulation of carbamates helps farmers adopt safer pest management practices.
The series of steps involved in converting raw milk into dairy products such as cheese, butter, and yogurt. Dairy processing includes pasteurization, homogenization, and packaging. For instance, operating a dairy processing plant to produce and distribute various dairy products.