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Feed Refusal: The amount of allotted feed that a farm animal does not eat. Monitoring feed refusal helps identify health issues and adjust feeding practices accordingly.

Feeding Face: The area allowed to each animal to feed from under controlled conditions. Each cow needs 150mm of feeding face. Managing feeding space ensures all animals have access to food and reduces competition.

Fishmeal: A powder of dried fish, used as an animal feed or fertilizer. Using fishmeal as feed enhances livestock nutrition and supports sustainable farming practices.

Foxglove: A common weed (Digitalis purpurea) that is poisonous and harmful to animals. Properly managing foxgloves helps protect livestock health and maintain safe pastures.

Fallow: A period when land is not used for growing crops to allow nutrients to build up again in the soil or to control weeds. Fallow periods are essential for sustainable land management and soil fertility.

Floral: Referring to plants or flowers. Properly managing floral resources supports pollination and enhances farm productivity.

Finishing: The action of feeding cattle or sheep until they are ready for slaughter. Effective finishing practices enhance meat quality and farm profitability.

Feeding Value: The nutritional value of feedingstuffs. Understanding feeding value helps farmers select the best feed for their animals to ensure health and productivity.

Fox: A carnivorous canine predator (Vulpes vulpes) with red fur and a large bushy tail. Managing fox populations through proper practices helps protect livestock and maintain ecological balance.

Food Poisoning: An illness caused by eating food that is contaminated with bacteria. Properly managing food safety and hygiene helps prevent food poisoning and protect public health.