The principles and practices used to design and manage housing for livestock, ensuring comfort, health, and productivity. For example, designing livestock housing to provide adequate space, ventilation, and bedding.
The technologies and methods used to detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents in food production and distribution, including threat analysis, evidence collection, and remediation. For example, adopting food product incident response and forensics tools to manage and resolve security breaches.
A cut of beef obtained from the bottom sirloin, known for its rich flavor and versatility. Bottom sirloin steak is commonly used for grilling and roasting. For example, producing bottom sirloin steaks for home cooks and restaurants.
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.
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.
The practice of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in agricultural operations. Risk management helps farmers protect their businesses from financial losses due to factors such as weather, pests, and market fluctuations. For instance, using crop insurance and diversification strategies to manage risks in farming.
The study of microorganisms in the soil and their interactions with plants, animals, and the soil environment. Soil microbiology helps understand how soil microbes contribute to soil health and fertility. For example, researching the role of beneficial soil microbes in nutrient cycling and plant growth to improve soil management practices.
The process of filling and sealing mushrooms into containers for distribution and sale, including the design and information provided on packaging. For example, using sustainable packaging and clear labeling for mushrooms to meet consumer preferences and regulatory requirements.
Structures on a farm used for housing animals, storing equipment, and processing products. Farm buildings include barns, silos, and sheds. For example, constructing a new barn to house dairy cows and store feed.
The powerful computing systems that use HPC to perform advanced simulations, modeling, and analysis in food production and distribution. For example, using food product HPC clusters to accelerate research and development and improve decision-making.