Admin The effectiveness of a dairy herd’s breeding program, measured by metrics such as pregnancy rate and calving interval. For example, improving reproductive efficiency through estrous synchronization and artificial insemination.
grazing cycle: A grazing cycle is the length of time between the beginning of one grazing period and the next. Managing grazing cycles optimizes pasture use, preventing overgrazing and promoting regrowth.
Hybu Cig Cymru: The red meat promotion board for Wales. Abbr HCC. Supporting HCC initiatives can help farmers improve their meat production practices and market reach.
overproduction: The production of more of something than is wanted or needed. Managing production levels to match market demand is important for profitability. Farmers can benefit from understanding market trends and adjusting production strategies to avoid overproduction and maximize returns.
bipartite: Consisting of two parts. Understanding bipartite structures helps farmers manage plant and animal breeding programs effectively.
day-old chick: A chick up to 24 hours old, sent from a breeder or hatchery to a buyer. Proper care and management of day-old chicks are crucial for poultry farmers. Ensuring a warm, clean environment and providing appropriate feed and water will help chicks grow healthy and strong. Monitoring their health and implementing biosecurity measures will reduce the risk of disease and mortality.
micronutrient: a nutrient which an organism uses in very small quantities, e.g. iron, zinc or copper. Understanding the role of micronutrients can help farmers manage soil and livestock nutrition more effectively, ensuring better crop and animal health and productivity.
evapotranspiration: The movement of water from soil through a plant until it is released into the atmosphere from leaf surfaces. Understanding evapotranspiration helps farmers manage irrigation and optimize water use for crops.
A conservation tillage practice that involves tilling narrow strips of soil where seeds are planted, while leaving the rest of the field undisturbed. Strip-till helps reduce soil erosion, improve soil health, and conserve moisture. For example, using strip-till to plant corn in a field and protect soil structure and fertility.
Corsican Pine: Corsican pine /k?sik?n pain/ noun a fast-growing conifer (Pinus nigra). Growing Corsican pine provides valuable timber and enhances forest management.