total mixed ration: A winter feed for livestock involving mixing of concentrates with roughage and allowing the animals free feeding of the mix. Using total mixed rations can improve livestock nutrition and health, enhancing overall farm productivity.
Citrus Fruit: The edible fruits of evergreen citrus trees, including oranges, lemons, grapefruit, and limes. Growing citrus fruits provides nutritious produce for fresh markets and processing, contributing to farm income.
Cattleman: A person who looks after cattle. Employing skilled cattlemen ensures the health and productivity of the herd, contributing to successful livestock operations.
high-yielding: Producing a large crop. Growing high-yielding varieties of crops can maximize farm profitability and food production.
nodule: a small lump found on the roots of leguminous plants such as peas which contains bacteria that can convert nitrogen from the air into nitrogen compounds. Nodules are essential for nitrogen fixation, enriching the soil with natural nitrogen and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers. Farmers can benefit from understanding the role of nodules in leguminous plants and incorporating these plants into their crop rotations. This practice enhances soil fertility, supports sustainable farming, and reduces input costs. Promoting nitrogen fixation through nodules ensures long-term soil health and farm productivity.