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heartwood: The hard dead wood in the centre of a tree trunk which helps support the tree. Utilizing heartwood from trees can provide valuable timber for various uses.

herbage consumed: The mass of herbage once it has been consumed by grazing animals. Monitoring herbage consumption ensures proper feed management and prevents overgrazing.

Home Grown Cereals Authority: Full form of HGCA. Engaging with HGCA can provide farmers with valuable support and resources for cereal production.

housing: A series of buildings for livestock. Providing proper housing for livestock supports their health and productivity.

hemp nettle: A common weed which affects spring cereals and vegetables. Managing hemp nettle through proper weed control methods ensures healthy crop growth and prevents yield loss.

hungry soil: Soil which lacks nutrients, and so needs large amounts of fertilizer to produce good crops. Managing hungry soil ensures healthy crop growth and high yields.

herbage allowance: The weight of herbage per unit of live weight at a point in time. Calculating herbage allowance helps farmers manage grazing efficiently and maintain pasture health.

hemp: A plant used to make rope and that also produces an addictive drug. Growing hemp can provide farmers with valuable fiber for industrial use and contribute to diversified farm income.

humidity: A measurement of how much water vapor is contained in the air. Monitoring humidity supports proper growing conditions for crops and livestock.

home-saved seed: Same as farm-saved seed. Using home-saved seed helps farmers reduce costs and maintain seed quality.