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Certified Seed: Seed successfully tested for purity, disease, and weed contamination, granted certification for sale. Using certified seed ensures high-quality crop production and reduces the risk of disease and pest issues.

Countryside Management: Countryside management noun the study and practice of environmental conservation in association with rural enterprise, countryside access, and recreational activities. Implementing countryside management practices promotes environmental conservation and sustainable rural development.

Colorado Beetle: Colorado beetle /k?l?r?d?? bi:t(?)l/ noun a beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) with black and yellow stripes which eats and destroys potato plants. Managing Colorado beetles involves using integrated pest management strategies to protect potato crops.

Council for the Protection of Rural England: Council for the Protection of Rural England noun former name for CPRE. Engaging with the Council for the Protection of Rural England supports rural conservation and sustainable land use practices.

Cold Frame: Cold frame noun a box construction, with a glass lid, used for raising or keeping plants out of doors but with a certain amount of protection against frost. Utilizing cold frames extends the growing season and protects young plants from harsh weather.

Climate Change Levy: A tax on the use of energy by sectors like agriculture and industry to promote energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Understanding climate change levy regulations helps farmers adopt sustainable practices and reduce energy costs.

Clearfell: Same as clearcutting. Managing clearfell operations involves using sustainable practices to protect soil health and support crop growth.

Carbohydrate: An organic compound composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, such as sugars, cellulose, and starch. Managing carbohydrate intake in livestock diets ensures they receive adequate energy for growth and productivity.

Cerebrocortical Necrosis (CCN): A disease of sheep caused by thiamine deficiency, leading to symptoms like blindness and fits. Preventing CCN involves providing balanced nutrition and early intervention to maintain herd health.

Coloniser: Coloniser /k?l?naiz?/, colonist /k?l?nist/ noun an organism that moves into and establishes itself in a new ecosystem, e.g. a plant such as a weed. Managing colonisers involves controlling invasive species to protect native biodiversity.