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Farmhand: A person who works on a farm. Farmhands are crucial for the daily operations and labor-intensive tasks on a farm.

Flood Plain: A wide flat part of the bottom of a valley usually covered with water when the river floods. Managing flood plains supports agricultural productivity and environmental health.

Finger and Toe: Same as club root. Managing this disease helps protect crop health and yields.

Flint: A hard stone of nearly pure silica, found in lumps in chalk soils. Properly managing flint in soils helps prevent damage to farm machinery and improve soil workability.

Faverolle: A breed of poultry for table consumption. Raising Faverolle chickens provides farmers with high-quality meat and diverse poultry products.

Field Drainage: Building drains in or under fields to remove surplus water. Proper field drainage prevents waterlogging, improves soil health, and enhances crop growth.

Freehold: The absolute right to hold land or property for an unlimited time without paying rent. Properly managing freehold property supports long-term farm stability and investment.

Fenbendazole: A medicinal substance used to worm cattle. Proper use of fenbendazole ensures effective parasite control and livestock health.

Fine Wool: Wool of very good quality. Producing fine wool meets market demand and ensures high-quality textile products.

Flaked Maize: A type of animal feedingstuff made from maize that has been treated with steam, rolled, and dried. It is highly digestible, rich in starch, and often given to pigs. Providing flaked maize ensures high-quality nutrition for livestock.