EAGGF
EAGGF: Abbreviation for European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund. Farmers can benefit from the EAGGF by accessing financial support for agricultural improvements and sustainability projects.
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Kentish Cob
Kentish cob: Kentish cob – a commercially grown variety of hazel nut. Helps farmers grow nut crops for commercial production.
Beef Oxtail Soup
A soup made from oxtail, vegetables, and broth, known for its rich flavor and gelatinous texture. For example, producing oxtail for use in traditional soups and stews.
Haymaking
haymaking: The cutting of grass in fields to make hay. Effective haymaking ensures a high-quality feed source for livestock, promoting their health and productivity.
Hay Net
hay net: A coarse meshed net bag which is filled with hay and hung up for horses to feed from. Using hay nets can help manage feed distribution and reduce waste in horse feeding.
Foaling
Foaling: The act of giving birth to a foal. Proper management of foaling ensures the health and welfare of mares and foals.
Greasy Pig Disease
greasy pig disease: Greasy pig disease is a bacterial disease causing skin abrasions that can rapidly affect an entire litter. Managing this disease ensures healthy piglets, reducing economic losses and improving farm profitability.
Osier
osier: A species of willow, the shoots of which are used in making baskets. Growing osier can provide farmers with an additional income stream through the sale of basketry materials. Understanding the cultivation and harvesting techniques for osier can enhance farm diversification and profitability.
Compensatory Growth
Compensatory Growth: Compensatory growth /k?mp?nseit(?)ri gr???/ noun growth that occurs after a period of under-feeding when the animal regains lost weight. Managing compensatory growth involves providing proper nutrition and healthcare to support animal recovery.
Drainage Area
drainage area: Also known as a drainage basin or catchment area, it is the area from which all precipitation flows to a common outlet. Understanding drainage areas helps farmers manage water resources and prevent flooding.