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Triticum: The Latin name for wheat. Understanding the scientific classification of crops like Triticum can provide insights into breeding and cultivation practices.

triple-purpose animal: A breed of animal, usually cattle, which is used for three purposes, i.e., for milk, for meat, and as a draught animal. Raising triple-purpose animals can provide diverse income streams and optimize resource use on the farm.

trickle irrigation: Same as drip irrigation. Implementing trickle irrigation can conserve water and improve crop efficiency by delivering water directly to plant roots.

tom turkey: A male turkey. Raising tom turkeys can provide high-quality meat and diversify poultry production on the farm.

tuberculosis: An infectious disease caused by the tuberculosis bacillus, where infected lumps form in tissue and which affects humans and other animals. Cattle and pigs are more commonly affected than other species. It is a notifiable disease. Proper management of tuberculosis can prevent outbreaks and protect livestock and human health.

trotter: A foot of a pig or sheep. Utilizing trotters can provide value-added products and reduce waste in livestock processing.

topsoil: The top layer of soil, often containing organic material, from which chemical substances are washed by water into the subsoil below. Maintaining healthy topsoil is crucial for crop growth and sustainable farm practices.

Trade Union Sustainable Development Advisory Committee: A forum for consultation on environmental issues between the Government and the main TUC-affiliated trade unions in the UK. Abbr TUSDAC. Engaging with such committees can provide farmers with support and resources for sustainable practices.

trench: A long narrow hole in the ground. Proper trenching practices can improve irrigation, drainage, and planting efficiency on the farm.

theaves: Female sheep between the first and second shearing. Managing theaves can optimize wool production and improve breeding programs.