Alan Nafzger, Ph.D.

Fine Grains

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Fine Grains: High-quality grains such as those of wheat and rice. Compare coarse grains. Producing fine grains meets market demand and ensures high-quality food products.

Vineyard

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vineyard: A plantation of grapevines. Establishing vineyards can provide a profitable agricultural enterprise, especially in suitable climates for grape growing.

Epiphytic

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epiphytic: Attached to another plant for support but not parasitic. Understanding epiphytic relationships helps farmers manage crop health and biodiversity.

Inactivate

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inactivate: To make something unable to act. The ultraviolet component of sunlight inactivates some herbicides. Helps farmers manage chemical usage in agriculture.

Feed Storage

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Facilities and methods used to store feed ingredients and rations. Proper feed storage helps maintain feed quality and prevent spoilage. For instance, using silos and bins to store feed for dairy cows and ensure a steady supply.

Disintegrate

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disintegrate: To break up into small parts. Proper management of disintegration processes is important for maintaining soil health and preventing pollution. Farmers should implement practices like crop rotation, organic amendments, and proper waste management to enhance disintegration and nutrient cycling. Understanding the factors contributing to disintegration will aid in developing effective management strategies.

Dairy Pricing

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The determination of prices for dairy products based on factors such as production costs, market demand, and regulatory frameworks. For example, setting dairy prices to ensure profitability and competitiveness in the market.

Peel

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peel: 1. The outer layer of a fruit. Oranges have a thick peel. Lemon peel is used as flavoring. 2. The skin of a potato. Verb to remove the peel from a fruit or potato. Using peels in composting can improve soil fertility and reduce waste.

Culture

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Culture: Culture noun a microorganism or tissues grown in a culture medium verb to grow a microorganism or tissue in a culture medium. subculture. Understanding cultures aids in managing crop health and disease control.