processed meats: Meat products such as bacon, sausages, etc. Helpful content: Producing processed meats requires knowledge of food safety, quality control, and market preferences. Farmers can diversify their product offerings and increase profitability by developing high-quality processed meat products.
indigo: A tropical plant of the pea family which is a source of blue dye. Genus: Indigofera. Helps farmers grow crops for natural dyes.
systemic fungicide: a fungicide that is absorbed into the plant through the root or leaf and moves around within the plant, killing fungi. Properly managing systemic fungicides ensures effective disease control and healthy crop growth, enhancing farm productivity.
agroecology: The ecology of a crop-producing area. Applying agroecology principles helps farmers adopt sustainable practices that enhance soil health and biodiversity.
B horizon: The subsoil layer beneath the topsoil. Understanding soil horizons helps farmers manage soil health and fertility for optimal crop growth.
hay: Grass mowed and dried before it has flowered, used for feeding animals. Producing high-quality hay ensures a nutritious feed source for livestock, contributing to their health and productivity.
stem: the main stalk of a plant that holds it upright; a subsidiary plant stalk, branching out from the main stalk or attaching a leaf, flower, or fruit. Proper management of plant stems ensures healthy growth and optimal yields.
hilum: The point where a seed is attached to a pod. When the seed is ripe and has been separated from the pod, a black scar can be seen on the seed. Understanding seed anatomy helps farmers in planting and breeding programs.
strip cup: a container into which the first drops of milk are drawn by hand from the teats of the cow before the milking machine is attached to the udder. Properly managing strip cups ensures milk hygiene and quality, supporting dairy productivity and consumer health.
Laying Cage: A laying cage is a specially built cage for laying hens. The cages are arranged in tiers and each cage should allow the birds to stand comfortably, allow the eggs to roll forward, and permit access to food and water, easy cleaning, and easy handling of the birds. Properly designed laying cages can improve poultry welfare and egg collection efficiency.