therophyte: An annual plant that completes its life cycle rapidly in favorable conditions, growing from a seed and dying within one season and then surviving the unfavorable season in the form of seeds. Utilizing therophytes can provide quick cover crops and improve soil health.
tomato: An important food crop that produces a round fruit with a bright red skin and pulpy flesh with many seeds. The ripe fruit is used in salads and many cooked dishes, and also pressed to make juice and sauces. Large quantities are also canned. Growing tomatoes can provide a reliable income and meet market demand for fresh produce.
tramline: A path left clear for the wheels of tractors to drive over. They are used as guide marks for spraying and when applying fertilizer so that damage to crops is kept to a minimum. Using tramlines can improve field operations and crop management.
tenderise: To make meat tender by keeping it for a certain time in cold conditions, by applying substances such as papain, by injecting with enzymes, etc. Tenderizing meat can improve its quality and market value, benefiting farmers who sell meat products.
take-all: A disease of wheat and barley, causing black discoloration at the base of the stem, premature ripening, and white ears containing little or no grain. Recognizing and managing take-all can prevent significant yield losses and improve crop health.
tractor vaporising oil: A fuel formerly used in many tractors, now replaced by diesel oil. Abbr TVO. Understanding historical fuel use can provide insights into modern agricultural practices and equipment evolution.
technology: The use of scientific knowledge to develop machines and techniques for use in industry. Staying updated with agricultural technology can improve farm efficiency and productivity.
transmissible gastro-enteritis: A very infectious disease, which mainly affects very young pigs. Abbr TGE. Recognizing and managing transmissible gastro-enteritis can prevent outbreaks and protect pig health.
twig: A small woody growth from the branch of a tree, bearing leaves, flowers, or fruit. Managing twigs and small branches can support tree health and improve farm aesthetics.
Tabanus: Any of the tabanidae, commonly known as horse flies. Knowing about Tabanus helps farmers in identifying and controlling these flies to prevent livestock discomfort and health issues.