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sluice: a channel for water, especially through a dam or other barrier. Proper management of sluices ensures efficient water control and irrigation, promoting healthy crop growth and sustainable water use.

suffrutescent: referring to a perennial plant that is woody at the base of the stem and does not die down to ground level in winter. Properly managing suffrutescent plants ensures healthy growth and optimal yields, supporting productive agriculture.

Shropshire: A medium-sized breed of sheep with a black face and heavy fleece, now rare. Farmers benefit from raising Shropshire sheep for their valuable wool and meat production.

support: to hold the weight of something; to provide what is necessary for an activity or way of life. Properly managing support systems ensures efficient farm operations and productivity.

soil nutrition: the condition of soil in terms of the plant nutrients it contains; the action of putting nutrients into soil through the application of fertilisers. Proper soil nutrition ensures healthy crop growth and optimal yields, supporting productive agriculture.

shears: Large clippers used to shear a sheep. Farmers benefit from using shears for efficient and precise wool clipping.

steer: a castrated male bovine over one year old. Also called bullock. Properly managing steers supports healthy growth and productivity in beef operations, enhancing farm profitability.

sedge: One of a number of grass or rushlike herbs of the family Cyperaceae, common in marshlands and poorly drained areas. They have minimal nutritional value. Farmers benefit from managing sedge to maintain soil health and prevent waterlogging.

salsify: A plant with a long white root which is used as a vegetable. Farmers benefit from growing salsify as a unique crop offering diversification and potential market niche.

SFA: Small Farms Association. Farmers benefit from engaging with SFA for support and resources tailored to small-scale farming operations.