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wood: Wood refers to the hard tissue of trees used for construction and fuel. Farmers can grow and harvest wood for use as building material or biomass, adding another income source.

Wyandotte: Wyandotte refers to a breed of chicken known for good egg and meat production. Farmers can benefit from raising Wyandottes to diversify poultry products and improve farm income.

whip: A short stick with a lash attached, used to control horses. Proper use of whips can improve horse training and management.

wart: A small often infectious growth, caused by a virus, that appears on the skin of an animal, or a similar growth on a plant. Managing warts can prevent health issues in livestock and improve productivity.

Whitbred shorthorn: A breed of white beef cattle. Raising Whitbred shorthorn cattle can provide high-quality meat, enhancing farm profitability.

weatings: A by-product of milling wheat, made up of brans of various particle sizes and varying amounts of attached endosperm, which is used as a feedingstuff. Also called wheatings. Using weatings as feed can provide a nutritious and cost-effective option for livestock.

wild: Wild refers to animals or plants that are not domesticated or cultivated. Understanding wild species is important for farmers to manage their land effectively, preserving biodiversity and preventing potential damage from wild animals.

ware growers: Farmers who grow potatoes for consumption, not for seed. Growing ware potatoes can provide a steady income stream from the food market.

wheatings: Another spelling of weatings. Using wheatings as feed can provide a nutritious and cost-effective option for livestock.

whipworm: A variety of worm affecting pigs, especially weaners. Managing whipworm can prevent health issues in pigs and improve growth and productivity.