Bovine Leukemia Virus (Blv)
A viral infection in cattle that can cause lymphoma and other health issues. BLV is managed through testing and biosecurity practices. For example, testing for BLV to identify and manage infected animals in the herd.
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Sewage
sewage: Waste water and other material such as faeces, carried away in sewers. Also called sewage waste. Farmers benefit from managing sewage for effective waste disposal and sanitation.
Flowers Of Sulphur
Flowers of Sulphur: Powdered sulphur used to dust on plants to prevent mildew. Using flowers of sulphur helps protect crops from fungal diseases and improve yields.
Food Product Flexible Scheduling Options
The practices and policies that allow employees to have flexible work hours and arrangements, promoting work-life balance and job satisfaction. For example, offering food product flexible scheduling options to accommodate diverse needs and enhance employee well-being.
Porterhouse
A cut of beef obtained from the short loin, similar to a T-bone but with a larger tenderloin section. Porterhouse steaks are known for their tenderness and flavor. For instance, producing porterhouse steaks for gourmet dining experiences.
Hedge
hedge: A row of bushes planted to provide a barrier around a field or garden. Planting and maintaining hedges can provide natural windbreaks, improve biodiversity, and prevent soil erosion.
Virus
virus: A microorganism consisting of a nucleic acid surrounded by a protein coat which can only develop in other cells, often destroying them. Managing virus infections in crops and livestock is crucial for maintaining farm productivity and preventing losses.
Feed Wheat
Feed Wheat: Wheat used as an animal feed and not for human consumption. Selecting appropriate feed wheat supports animal nutrition and farm efficiency.
Essential Amino Acid
essential amino acid: An amino acid necessary for growth but which cannot be synthesized by monogastric animals and has to be obtained from the food supply. (NOTE: The essential amino acids are: isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, valine, arginine, and histidine.) Understanding essential amino acids helps farmers formulate balanced diets for their livestock.
Basin Irrigation
basin irrigation: A form of irrigation where water is trapped in basins surrounded by low mud walls. Basin irrigation is effective for water management in rice paddies and similar crops.