Admin silopress: A polythene sack into which silage is forced. As the sack fills up, it gradually grows longer and when completely full is sealed. A sack may contain up to 80 tonnes of silage. Farmers benefit from using silopresses for efficient and controlled silage production and storage.
The system in cattle responsible for urine production and excretion, and reproductive functions, including the kidneys, bladder, and reproductive organs. For instance, monitoring cattle urogenital health to prevent and treat urinary and reproductive issues.
Farmers List: A list of veterinary medicines obtainable from agricultural merchants with a prescription from a veterinary surgeon. This list helps farmers manage animal health and ensure proper medication use.
homestead: A farmhouse with dependent buildings and the land which surrounds it. Properly managing homesteads supports farm productivity and sustainability.
swampland: an area of land covered with swamp. Properly managing swamplands ensures biodiversity and ecological balance, supporting sustainable land use and agricultural productivity.
bee: A flying insect with a hairy body that pollinates plants. Protecting bee populations is crucial for pollination and maintaining crop yields.
The weight of an animal’s body after slaughter and removal of non-edible parts. Carcass weight is a key factor in meat production. For instance, aiming for higher carcass weights to maximize meat yield and market value.
grid: A grid is a pattern of equally spaced vertical and horizontal metal rods or bars. Using grids in farming, such as for fencing or planting, improves organization and efficiency on the farm.
monomolecular layer: a layer only one molecule thick. Understanding the applications of monomolecular layers can help farmers manage crop protection and other agricultural processes more effectively.
The methods and technologies used to supply water to crops, including drip, sprinkler, and surface irrigation. For example, installing efficient irrigation systems to optimize water use and improve crop yields.