The process of separating livestock into groups based on specific criteria such as weight, age, or health. Sorting helps manage and optimize livestock production. For instance, sorting cattle by weight to ensure uniform growth and market readiness.
Methods and practices that ensure the humane treatment of animals during slaughter, including stunning and handling protocols. For example, following humane slaughter practices to ensure ethical meat production and compliance with regulations.
Skewered and grilled pieces of beef, often marinated and served with vegetables. For example, producing beef kabobs for grilling and outdoor dining.
The methods and processes used to produce yogurt from milk, including fermentation, straining, and flavoring. For example, implementing yogurt production methods to create a variety of yogurt products, including Greek yogurt and flavored yogurt.
A measure of the number of somatic cells in milk, used as an indicator of udder health and milk quality. High SCC can indicate mastitis. For instance, monitoring SCC to ensure milk quality and manage mastitis in dairy cows.
Natural substances used to provide essential nutrients to plants, derived from animal or plant matter. Organic fertilizers improve soil health and support sustainable farming practices. For example, using composted manure as an organic fertilizer for vegetable gardens.
A management practice that uses hormones to control and synchronize the estrous cycles of female cattle. Estrous synchronization helps facilitate timed artificial insemination. For instance, synchronizing the estrous cycles of a cowherd to enable mass breeding.
The preparation and implementation of plans to address emergencies that affect livestock, including natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and equipment failures. For example, developing emergency response plans to protect livestock and ensure continuity of operations.
Plantations where grapevines are cultivated for fruit production. Vineyards produce grapes for fresh consumption, wine making, and raisins. For example, managing a vineyard to produce high-quality grapes for wine production.
A primal cut of beef obtained from the shoulder area, known for its rich flavor and versatility. Chuck is commonly used for roasts and ground beef. For example, processing chuck into pot roasts and burgers.