Admin strength: the ability of wheat flour to produce a yeasted dough capable of retaining carbon dioxide bubbles until the proteins in the bubble walls become relatively rigid, which happens at about 75°C. The milling quality of wheat is measured by the Hagberg test. Properly managing wheat flour strength ensures high-quality bread production, supporting market value and consumer trust.
Food Processing Industry: The industry involved in treating raw materials to produce foodstuffs. Properly managing food processing supports food safety, quality, and marketability.
ecotoxicity: The degree to which a chemical released into an environment by human activities affects the organisms that live or grow there. Understanding ecotoxicity helps farmers minimize environmental damage and improve sustainability.
Dorset wedge silage: A method of storing silage in wedge-shaped layers, usually covered with polythene sheeting. The first loads are tipped against the end wall and further loads are built up with a buckrake to form a wedge. This method helps preserve the nutritional quality of silage for livestock feeding.
salinised: Referring to soil where evaporation leaves salts as a crust on the dry surface. Farmers benefit from addressing salinised soils to prevent reduced agricultural productivity.
erythromycin: An antibiotic used to combat bacterial infections. Understanding antibiotics like erythromycin helps farmers manage livestock health and prevent disease outbreaks.
germicide: A substance that can kill germs. Using germicides helps farmers control diseases in crops and livestock, maintaining farm health and productivity.
peaty: Containing peat. Peaty soil, peaty water. Understanding soil types like peaty soil aids in selecting appropriate crops and soil management practices.
white mulberry: A tree grown for its leaves, on which silkworms feed. Cultivating white mulberry can support silk production and provide additional income streams.
ammonium phosphate: A fertilizer which can be used straight, but is more often used in compounds. Applications may increase the acidity of the soil. Understanding ammonium phosphate helps farmers manage soil pH and nutrient levels.