Hormone
hormone: A substance produced in animals in one part of the body which has a particular effect in another part of the body. Understanding hormones supports livestock health and breeding programs.
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Mn
Mn: symbol manganese. Understanding the role of manganese in soil and livestock nutrition can help farmers prevent deficiencies and ensure better crop and animal health and productivity.
Rural Environment
rural environment: The countryside. Protecting the rural environment supports sustainable agriculture and enhances biodiversity.
Active Ingredient
active ingredient: The main effective ingredient of something such as an ointment or agrochemical, as opposed to the base substance. Abbr AI. Knowing the active ingredients in agrochemicals helps farmers use them safely and effectively.
Food Product Incident Investigation
The process of examining and analyzing incidents related to food products, including contamination, quality issues, and safety concerns, to identify root causes and prevent recurrence. For example, conducting food product incident investigations to improve processes and prevent future issues.
Lignify
Lignify: To lignify means to become hard and woody. Plants are less digestible as they become lignified. Managing lignification in forage crops can improve livestock nutrition and digestibility.
Maw
maw: a stomach, especially the last of a ruminants four stomachs. Understanding the function of the maw can help farmers manage livestock nutrition more effectively, ensuring better digestion and health.
Agricultural Holding
agricultural holding: A basic unit for agricultural production, consisting of all the land and livestock under the management of one particular person or group of people. Managing agricultural holdings effectively is crucial for farmers to optimize productivity and sustainability.
Institute Of Food Research
Institute of Food Research: A not-for-profit scientific institute which advises on food safety, diet and health. Abbr IFR. Ensures farmers have access to the latest research on food safety and nutrition.
Horticultural Development Council
Horticultural Development Council: A non-departmental government body providing information and support to people in the horticulture industry, including producers of soft fruit, mushrooms, and tree fruit. Abbr HDC. Engaging with HDC can provide farmers with valuable research and support for horticultural practices.