Southdown: the smallest of the Down breeds of sheep. It has a compact body and a dense fleece of high-quality short wool. The Southdown is an early maturing breed and produces meat of high quality. Raising Southdown sheep provides farmers with a high-quality meat and wool breed, supporting farm profitability.
polytunnel: A cover for growing plants, like a large greenhouse, made of a rounded plastic roof attached to semi-circular supports. Helpful content: Polytunnels extend the growing season, protect crops from adverse weather, and improve plant growth conditions. Farmers can use polytunnels to increase yield and quality of produce, especially in regions with challenging climates.
zoo-: Zoo- is a prefix meaning animal. Understanding terms with the prefix zoo- helps farmers in managing animal-related aspects of farming.
technology: The use of scientific knowledge to develop machines and techniques for use in industry. Staying updated with agricultural technology can improve farm efficiency and productivity.
sugar: any chemical of the saccharide group. Understanding sugar content in crops supports nutritional value and marketability, enhancing farm profitability.
regulation: A rule made by a government or official body; a rule made by the Council of Ministers or the Commission of the EU, which has legal force in all member countries. Understanding regulations helps farmers comply with legal requirements and maintain farm productivity and market access.
Coppice Forest: Coppice forest, coppice wood noun woodland that has regrown from shoots formed on the stumps or roots of previously cut trees, usually cut again after a few years to provide small branches for uses such as fuel. Managing coppice forests provides sustainable wood production and enhances forest management.
proximate analysis: A method of chemical analysis used on animal feedingstuffs, which measures the amounts of ash, crude fibre, crude protein, ether extract, moisture content, and nitrogen-free extract. Helpful content: Proximate analysis provides valuable information on feed composition. Farmers can use this data to formulate balanced diets and improve feed efficiency for livestock.
black-and-white: A term describing Holstein-Friesian cattle. Raising black-and-white cattle provides high milk yield and efficiency.
sprout: a little shoot growing out from a plant, with a stem and small leaves; (of a plant) to send out new growth. Proper management of sprouts ensures healthy growth and optimal yields of plants and crops.