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skin: the outer layer on an animal, fruit, or vegetable. Proper management of skin health in livestock and produce helps farmers maintain quality and market value, reducing losses and enhancing profitability.

swing plough: a plough used in upland areas which is designed to swing from one side to the other when the tractor changes direction at the end of a furrow. Using swing ploughs ensures efficient soil preparation and crop establishment, supporting productive agriculture.

silviculture: The cultivation of trees as part of forestry. Farmers benefit from engaging in silviculture for sustainable forestry and timber production.

staphylococcal mastitis: a condition of cows caused by several types of staphylococci especially when accompanied by stress resulting from liver fluke or cold conditions. Milk becomes watery and the cow has a high temperature. Proper management of staphylococcal mastitis ensures dairy cow health and milk quality, supporting farm productivity.

synthetised protein: a protein manufactured from synthetic materials. Understanding and using synthetised proteins effectively supports livestock nutrition and health, enhancing farm productivity.

spinner: a device used for harvesting potatoes. The potatoes are left on the surface of the soil for picking later. Using spinners ensures efficient potato harvesting, reducing labor costs and enhancing productivity.

singleton: A single offspring. Farmers benefit from managing singletons for effective livestock production and growth.

seed-borne disease: A disease which is carried in the seed of a plant. Farmers benefit from understanding and managing seed-borne diseases to protect crop health and yield.

silk: A thread produced by the larvae of a moth to make its cocoon. It is used to make a smooth light fabric. Farmers benefit from producing silk for its valuable market demand and diverse applications.

safflower: An oilseed crop (Carthamus tinctorius) grown mainly in India. The oil is used in the manufacture of margarine, and the residual oilseed cake has a limited use as a livestock feed. Farmers benefit from safflower by diversifying crops and producing valuable oil and feed products.