Angus & Simental Mix Beef
extensification: 1. The use of less intensive farming methods. Compare intensification. 2. A payment made to farmers to encourage them to farm less intensively. Adopting extensification practices helps farmers improve sustainability and reduce environmental impact.
evaporate: To change from being a liquid to being a vapor, or to change a liquid into a vapor. In the heat of the day, water evaporates from the surface of the earth. The sun evaporated all the water in the puddle. Understanding evaporation helps farmers manage irrigation and water resources.
endosperm: A storage tissue in plant seeds that provides nourishment for the developing embryo. Understanding endosperm is essential for farmers to manage seed health and crop production.
exclosure: An area fenced to prevent animals from entering. Compare enclosure. Using exclosures helps farmers protect sensitive areas and manage grazing effectively.
epizoon: An animal which lives on another animal. Understanding epizoon relationships helps farmers manage livestock health and prevent infestations.
Environmentally Sensitive Area: In the UK, a rural area designated by Defra as needing special protection from modern farming practices. Abbr ESA. (NOTE: This program has now been superseded by the Environmental Stewardship scheme.) Understanding ESA helps farmers adopt practices that protect sensitive environments and receive funding for conservation efforts.
easy feed: A means of feeding livestock which allows easy access to feed by means of hoppers or feeding passages. Easy feed systems can help farmers streamline livestock feeding processes and improve animal health.
edaphic: Referring to soil. Knowledge of edaphic factors helps farmers manage soil health and fertility effectively.
ERDP: Abbreviation for England Rural Development Programme. Participating in the ERDP helps farmers access funding and support for sustainable farming practices.
ethical trading: Business practices which are socially responsible and protect the environment and the rights of workers. Adopting ethical trading practices helps farmers promote sustainability and fair labor practices.