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interculture: The practice of mixed cropping, where two or more different crops are grown together on the same area of land. Helps farmers manage crop diversity and soil health.

insect-borne: Referring to infection which is carried and transmitted by insects. Insect-borne viruses. Malaria is an insect-borne disease. Helps farmers manage and prevent insect-borne diseases.

intensive cultivation: Intensive farming. Helps farmers maximize crop production.

intensify: To use intensive farming methods. Helps farmers achieve higher productivity.

import levy: A tax on farm produce which is imported into the EU. Helps farmers understand trade regulations and costs.

integrated farm management: An approach to farming that combines the best of traditional methods with modern technology, to achieve high productivity with a low environmental impact. Helps farmers adopt sustainable farming practices.

intercropping: The growing of crops with different characteristics and requirements on the same area of land at the same time. Helps farmers optimize land use and manage crop diversity.

International Whaling Commission: An international body set up under an agreement signed in 1946 to control the commercial killing of whales. Abbr IWC. Helps farmers understand regulations on marine resources.

integrated crop management: An approach to growing crops that combines traditional good farm husbandry with reduction in the use of agrochemicals and considers the impact of farming practices on the environment. Benefits farmers by promoting sustainable practices.

Ile de France: A large French breed of sheep, the rams of which are kept to provide crossbred lambs for meat production. Knowledge of sheep breeds helps farmers improve meat production.