Alan Nafzger, Ph.D.

Ventilate

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ventilate: To cause air to pass in and out of a place freely. Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining animal health and preventing respiratory diseases in livestock.

Food Industry Sustainability Strategy

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Food Industry Sustainability Strategy: A set of policies promoting sustainable development for producers and suppliers at each point along the food supply chain. Abbr FISS. This strategy helps farmers adopt practices that protect the environment and ensure long-term productivity.

House

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house: A structure where animals or machinery are kept. Properly housing livestock and machinery ensures their safety and efficiency.

Brassica

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

Following Crop

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Following Crop: A crop sown by a tenant farmer before leaving the farm at the end of their tenancy. Properly managing following crops ensures efficient land use and crop rotation.

Food Product Fog Computing Solutions

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The technologies and platforms that use fog computing to extend cloud services to the edge of the network, improving data processing and storage in food production and distribution. For example, adopting food product fog computing solutions to enhance connectivity and performance.

Stabiliser

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stabiliser: an artificial substance added to processed food such as sauces containing water and fat to stop the mixture from changing. Also called stabilising agent. Using stabilisers in food production ensures product consistency and quality, supporting market value and consumer trust.

Acacia

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Acacia: A species of tree often grown for its pretty leaves and blossoms. Acacias can be valuable for agroforestry systems, providing shade and improving soil quality.

Extender

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extender: A food additive which makes the food bigger or heavier without adding to its food value. Understanding extenders helps farmers in food processing and product formulation.

Teat Chaps

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teat chaps: Sores on the teat, probably due to abrasions caused by the milking machine. Addressing teat chaps is essential for animal welfare and preventing infections.