Admin White Park: A rare breed of cattle, white in colour with either black or red muzzle, eyelids, ears, and feet. It is one of the most ancient breeds of British cattle. Preserving rare breeds like White Park cattle can maintain genetic diversity and cultural heritage in livestock farming.
secretion: A liquid which is secreted. Farmers benefit from understanding secretion processes to manage livestock health and productivity.
gantry: A type of farm machine consisting of a long steel beam with implement carriers. The engine and cab are at one end of the beam, and the drive wheel is at the other end. Gantry systems can improve efficiency in large-scale farming operations by streamlining the use of various implements.
E: E symbol for “Excellent” in the EUROP carcass conformation classification system. This classification can help farmers understand and market the quality of their meat products more effectively.
dredge corn: A mixture of cereals grown together and used for livestock feeding. The commonest type is a mixture of barley and oats, and sometimes cereals and pulses are mixed. Dredge corn provides a balanced diet for livestock and can improve feed efficiency.
grapevine: A grapevine is the vine on which grapes grow. Proper grapevine management ensures high-quality grape production, supporting wine and fruit industries.
Galway: A breed of sheep found in the Irish Republic. The white-faced Galway is the only native Irish breed and is used to produce store lambs. Farmers benefit from its adaptation to local conditions and good meat production.
tonne: A unit of measurement of weight, equal to 1000kg. Also called metric ton. Using metric measurements like tonnes can standardize farm operations and improve trade accuracy.
myrmecology: the study of ants. Understanding myrmecology can help farmers manage ant populations and protect their crops, ensuring better productivity.
The technologies and platforms that automate repetitive and manual tasks in food production and distribution, improving efficiency and reducing errors. For example, implementing food product workflow automation systems to enhance productivity and streamline operations.