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Septoria

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septoria: A fungal disease which affects the leaves of wheat crops. Farmers benefit from managing septoria to protect wheat crops and ensure high yields.

First Calf Heifer

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First Calf Heifer: A heifer that has borne its first calf. Managing first calf heifers ensures their health and productivity as they enter the milking herd.

Crop Residue Management

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The practices used to manage the remains of harvested crops, including plowing, mulching, and composting, to improve soil health and reduce pests. For example, using crop residue management techniques to recycle nutrients and enhance soil fertility.

Beef Barbecue

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A method of cooking beef using slow, indirect heat and smoke, often with a flavorful sauce. For example, producing beef cuts for barbecue and smoked meat products.

Common Prices

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Common Prices: Common prices plural noun the prices obtained by all EU farmers for a wide range of their products, including beef, cereals, milk products, and sugar. EU regulations involve control on imports and intervention buying. These prices are reviewed each year. Understanding common prices helps farmers plan production and marketing strategies.

Basmati

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basmati: A common variety of long-grain rice. Cultivating basmati rice can meet market demands for high-quality, aromatic rice.

Rustler

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rustler: A person who steals livestock; a cattle rustler. Preventing rustling protects farm assets and ensures livestock security.

Surplus

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surplus: more than is needed. Properly managing surplus production ensures efficient resource use and supports farm profitability.

Forward Creep Grazing

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Forward Creep Grazing: A grazing method where grassland allocated to ewes and lambs during the fattening period is divided into paddocks separated by portable fencing. Moving the fencing allows the animals to access new areas as one is finished. Properly managing forward creep grazing ensures efficient pasture use and livestock nutrition.

Block Grazing

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block grazing: A method of grazing where livestock are confined to a small area for a short period. Block grazing improves pasture management and promotes even grazing distribution.