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Beef Special Premium Scheme: A former subsidy for producers of male cattle, now replaced by the Single Payments Scheme. Understanding historical subsidy programs helps farmers navigate current agricultural policies.

bobtail: A breed of sheepdog with a docked tail. Using bobtail sheepdogs helps manage and protect livestock herds.

biochemical oxygen demand: A measure of the amount of oxygen needed to oxidize pollutants in water. Monitoring BOD helps farmers manage water quality and prevent pollution.

body condition: The physical state of an animal, especially in terms of fat and muscle. Monitoring body condition helps farmers manage nutrition and health in livestock.

bacillary white diarrhoea: An acute, infectious disease of chicks caused by Salmonella pullorum, highly fatal if untreated. Farmers should be vigilant about hygiene and vaccination programs to prevent outbreaks and protect poultry populations.

boar: A male pig. Managing boars is essential for breeding programs and maintaining herd productivity.

belly: The underside of an animal. Monitoring the belly area helps detect health issues like bloating or injuries in livestock.

byte: A unit of digital information. Understanding digital terms like bytes supports farm technology and data management.

brown earth: A type of fertile soil rich in organic matter. Managing brown earth soils supports high crop productivity and sustainable farming practices.

bulldozing: The act of clearing land with a bulldozer. Efficient bulldozing practices prepare fields for planting and construction.

blade: The leaf of a grass plant. Monitoring blade health helps farmers maintain pasture quality and optimize grazing practices.

bacterial: Relating to bacteria. Farmers must be aware of bacterial infections in crops and livestock to apply appropriate treatments and maintain farm health.

bright tobacco: A type of tobacco cured to a bright color. Growing bright tobacco provides valuable crops for the tobacco industry and diversifies farm income.

balanced diet: A diet that includes all the essential nutrients in the correct proportions. A balanced diet is crucial for maintaining the health and productivity of livestock.

brussels sprouts: A vegetable in the cabbage family. Growing brussels sprouts provides nutritious food and valuable crops for fresh markets and processing.

BASC: Abbreviation for British Association for Shooting and Conservation. Farmers can collaborate with BASC to promote sustainable land use and wildlife conservation.

buckeye: A type of tree or shrub, also a breed of chicken. Understanding different uses of terms like buckeye helps farmers manage diverse farm operations.

brassica: A genus of plants including cabbage, broccoli, and mustard. Growing brassicas provides nutritious vegetables and valuable crops for rotation and pest management.

basic: Relating to a chemical that reacts with an acid to form a salt. Knowledge of basic chemicals helps farmers manage soil pH and nutrient availability.

breeding: The process of mating and producing offspring. Effective breeding programs improve livestock genetics and farm profitability.

beck: A mountain stream. Understanding water sources like becks helps farmers manage irrigation and water conservation.