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testicle: One of two male sex glands in the scrotum, producing sperm. Understanding livestock anatomy, including testicles, is important for breeding programs and managing reproductive health.

testa: The tough protective skin around a seed which protects the embryo inside. Also called seed coat. Knowing about seed testa can help farmers select seeds with better protection and viability, improving germination rates.

tow: To pull another wheeled vehicle or implement. Using proper towing techniques can enhance farm operations and equipment management.

three-point linkage: A method of coupling implements to a tractor. Automatic couplers for three-point linkage permit implements to be attached rapidly and safely. Using three-point linkage systems can improve machinery efficiency and ease of use on the farm.

thrush: A disease affecting the frog of a horse’s hoof. Recognizing and treating thrush can prevent lameness and improve horse health.

twin lamb disease: Same as pregnancy toxaemia. Recognizing and managing twin lamb disease can improve lamb survival rates and flock health.

terracing: A soil conservation practice that involves creating stepped levels on sloped land to reduce erosion and runoff. Terracing helps improve water retention and soil fertility.

trefoil: A leguminous plant, the thin wiry form of a small-flowered yellow clover, sometimes grown in pasture mixtures. It is a useful catch crop, and thrives in marshy acid soils. Growing trefoil can enhance pasture quality and provide forage for livestock.

t/pa: Abbreviation for tonnes per annum. Understanding production rates in terms of tonnes per annum helps in planning and optimizing farm outputs.

toxicity: The degree to which a substance is poisonous or harmful. Monitoring toxicity levels in soil, water, and products can ensure farm safety and compliance with regulations.