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Floodwater: Water that spreads uncontrolled onto land that is usually dry. After floodwater recedes, the center of the town was left buried in mud. Properly managing floodwater helps protect farmland and infrastructure.

Frame: The main part of a plough to which the ploughshare and mouldboard are attached. Properly maintaining the frame ensures efficient plough operation and soil management.

Fertile: Referring to an animal or plant that is able to produce offspring by sexual reproduction. Fertile soil has a high concentration of nutrients that can produce good crops. Managing fertility is crucial for productive and sustainable farming.

FYM: Abbreviation for farmyard manure. Properly managing FYM supports soil fertility and crop growth.

Fenland Rotation: A system of crop rotation developed on the Fens of East Anglia, using potatoes, sugar beet, and wheat in rotation. This rotation helps maintain soil fertility and reduce pest and disease pressures.

forage: Plant material eaten by grazing livestock. Effective forage management ensures adequate nutrition and pasture health.

Funicle: A short stalk attaching a seed to the inside of the pod. Understanding plant anatomy, including funicles, supports efficient seed production and crop management.

Farm Environment Plan: A survey carried out of all a farm’s environmental features, such as its natural resources, landscape, resident wildlife, and points of access. Abbr FEP. This plan helps farmers manage their land sustainably and protect the environment.

Flock Mating: A mating system that uses several males to mate with the females of a flock. Properly managing flock mating enhances genetic diversity and reproductive success.

Fence: A barrier put around a field, either to mark the boundary or to prevent animals from entering or leaving. Effective fencing is essential for livestock management and farm security.