pesticide resistance: The ability of a pest to resist the effects of a pesticide, usually caused by the excessive or inappropriate use of pesticides. Managing pesticide resistance through integrated pest management strategies ensures effective pest control and sustainable agricultural practices.
husband: To use a resource carefully. Practicing husbandry supports sustainable farm management and resource conservation.
albinism: An inherited lack of pigmentation in an organism. Understanding albinism helps farmers manage and breed livestock with this condition.
draught control system: A system of preventing damage to an implement such as a harrow as it is being pulled through the soil. When the draught reaches a set level, the implement is automatically raised out of the soil. This system helps protect equipment and improve efficiency.
stabilise: to take measures to prevent soil being eroded, especially from a hillside. Implementing soil stabilisation techniques protects land resources from erosion, promoting long-term soil health and sustainable agricultural productivity.
Old English game: A breed of poultry, now mainly a fancy breed. The birds are colored black and white with blue wing tips. Raising Old English game can provide farmers with niche market opportunities for ornamental and exhibition purposes. Understanding the breed’s characteristics and care requirements can enhance profitability.
NASPM: abbreviation for National Association of Seed Potato Merchants. NASPM supports seed potato merchants and provides guidelines for seed quality and certification. Farmers can benefit from NASPM’s standards by ensuring they purchase high-quality seed potatoes that are disease-free and genetically pure. This leads to better crop establishment, higher yields, and reduced risk of crop failures. By following NASPM’s recommendations, farmers can improve the productivity and profitability of their potato crops, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient farming operation.
Camembert: A soft French cheese produced in Normandy. Producing specialty cheeses like Camembert adds value to dairy operations and offers unique products for niche markets.
scythe: A hand implement with a long slightly curved blade attached to a handle with two short projecting hand grips. Scythes are now used for cutting grass and were formerly used for reaping. Farmers benefit from using scythes for manual harvesting and grass cutting.
Crispbread: Crispbread /kr?spbr?d/ noun a dry biscuit made from rye. Producing crispbread provides a nutritious and shelf-stable food product.