The series of steps involved in converting raw milk into dairy products such as cheese, butter, and yogurt. Dairy processing includes pasteurization, homogenization, and packaging. For instance, operating a dairy processing plant to produce and distribute various dairy products.
The laws and guidelines governing beekeeping practices, including hive management, disease control, and honey production standards. For example, complying with beekeeping regulations to ensure legal and sustainable beekeeping operations.
dipper: A deep trench into which sheep are guided to be dipped. Using a dipper is an effective method for managing external parasites in sheep. Farmers should ensure proper construction and maintenance of dippers for safe and effective dipping. Understanding the benefits and applications of dippers will aid in effective parasite management and improved livestock welfare.
polyethylene: Same as polythene. Helpful content: Polyethylene is widely used in agriculture for applications such as mulching, greenhouse covers, and irrigation tubing. Its durability and flexibility make it a valuable material for enhancing crop protection and water management.
Lump Lime: Lump lime is another name for burnt lime or quicklime. Utilizing lump lime can improve soil health and fertility, supporting crop growth.
marl: a fine soil formed of a mixture of clay and lime, used for making bricks. Marl can be an important resource for farmers engaged in building or improving farm infrastructure.
The highest USDA quality grade for beef, characterized by abundant marbling and tenderness. Prime beef is preferred for its flavor and quality. For example, producing Prime beef to meet the demand for premium steaks and roasts.
disbud: To remove buds from a plant to prevent growth, or to remove horn buds from a young animal. Proper disbudding techniques are important for managing plant growth and livestock health. Farmers should use appropriate methods and tools for effective disbudding. Understanding the benefits and applications of disbudding will aid in effective crop and livestock management.
knapweed: Knapweed – a perennial weed (Centaurea nigra). Helps farmers identify and manage weed control.
bacillary white diarrhoea: An acute, infectious disease of chicks caused by Salmonella pullorum, highly fatal if untreated. Farmers should be vigilant about hygiene and vaccination programs to prevent outbreaks and protect poultry populations.