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tea: The dried leaves of one or more shrubs of the Camellia family. Growing tea can provide an alternative income source and contribute to sustainable agriculture practices.

tunnel cloche: A long continuous covering over rows of plants, usually made of plastic. Implementing tunnel cloches can improve crop protection and growth.

tag: A label attached to an animal to identify it. Proper tagging of animals is vital for tracking health, breeding, and ownership, enhancing farm management and biosecurity.

tendril: A stem, leaf, or petiole of a plant modified into a thin touch-sensitive organ that coils around objects, providing support for climbing plants. Utilizing tendrils can help farmers manage vine crops more effectively, improving growth and yield.

tackroom: A room for storing harness equipment. Keeping tack in damp-free conditions ensures the longevity and functionality of the equipment, aiding in efficient farm operations.

teg: A sheep in its second year. Managing teg sheep effectively can optimize wool and meat production.

trocar: A pointed rod which slides inside a cannula to draw off liquid or to puncture an animal’s stomach to let gas escape, such as in the treatment of bloat. Using trocars can provide effective treatment for livestock health issues, improving animal welfare and productivity.

tare: Same as vetch. Also, the weight of a container or packaging in which goods are wrapped. Properly managing tare can enhance crop rotation and soil fertility, as well as accurate weight measurements for sales.

tined: With tines. Using tined equipment can improve soil aeration and preparation for planting.

Toggenburg: A small Swiss breed of goat, pale brown in color with white markings on the face, legs, and rump. In Britain, it has been developed into a larger, darker animal, which is a good milker with a long lactation period. Raising Toggenburg goats can provide high-quality milk and diversify farm products.