greenhouse mealy bug: A greenhouse mealy bug is a horticultural pest that spoils the appearance of glasshouse crops, particularly orchids. Managing mealy bugs ensures healthy crops and maintains aesthetic quality, enhancing marketability.
gamete: A sex cell. Understanding gametes is crucial for animal breeding and improving livestock genetics.
grain lifters: Grain lifters are attachments to the cutter bar of a combine harvester that lift stems of beaten-down crops. Using grain lifters ensures efficient harvesting, minimizing crop loss and improving yield.
greenhouse: A greenhouse is a structure made of glass inside which plants are grown. Using greenhouses allows farmers to extend growing seasons, protect plants from adverse weather, and increase crop yields.
grind: To grind means to reduce a substance to fine particles by crushing or to move or work noisily with difficulty. Grinding feed or grain ensures proper animal nutrition and efficient use of farm resources.
guinea fowl: A guinea fowl is a table bird found wild in savanna regions of Africa, now raised for its meat. Raising guinea fowl provides high-quality meat and supports farm diversification.
geld: To castrate an animal, especially a horse. Castrating livestock can manage breeding and behavior, improving farm safety and productivity.
gang: A group of workers working together, e.g., a gang of sheep shearers. Effective management of work gangs can increase efficiency and productivity during peak labor times.
granule: A granule is a small artificially made particle. Granules are easier to handle and distribute than powder, making them ideal for fertilizers and pesticides.
grazing: Grazing is the action of animals feeding on growing grass, legumes, or other plants. Proper grazing management maintains pasture health and supports efficient livestock production.