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Febrile: Referring to a fever. Managing febrile conditions in livestock is crucial for maintaining animal health and preventing disease outbreaks.

Farmland Bird: A bird that nests in an agricultural environment. Many are declining in numbers because of changes in agricultural practices. Protecting farmland birds supports biodiversity and ecological balance on farms.

Fallow Cultivation: A type of cultivation where the period under crops is increased and the length of the fallow is reduced. This method helps maximize land use efficiency and productivity.

Food From Britain: A trade organization specializing in marketing British food abroad. Abbr FFB. This organization helps farmers expand their markets and increase sales.

Farm Assured: Produced in accordance with the quality standards of a farm assurance scheme. This label indicates that the product meets high standards of quality and safety.

Feed Block: A block of foodstuff left out in the pasture, especially on hill farms, used by sheep to prevent loss of condition. Providing feed blocks supports animal nutrition and health in challenging environments.

Flea Beetle: A small dark beetle that causes damage to Brassica seedlings, especially during hot dry weather between April and mid-May. Managing flea beetles helps protect Brassica crops and ensure healthy growth.

Fumigate: To kill microorganisms or insects by using a fumigant. Properly managing fumigation practices ensures effective pest control and farm hygiene.

Farmyard Manure Spreader: A machine for spreading manure, consisting of a trailer with a moving floor conveyor and a combined shredding and spreading mechanism. Efficient spreading of manure helps improve soil health and crop yields.

Flail Forage Harvester: A type of forage harvester that uses a high-speed flail rotor. The cut crop passes through a vertical chute and is discharged into a trailer. Using a flail forage harvester ensures efficient harvesting and feed preparation.