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twinning: The act of giving birth to twins. Managing twinning in livestock can optimize breeding programs and improve productivity.

trembles: Same as louping-ill. Recognizing and managing trembles can prevent health issues in livestock and improve farm productivity.

table bird: A poultry bird reared for meat. Raising table birds can provide a reliable source of income for farmers and contribute to local food supplies.

thousand-headed kale: A variety of kale grown for feeding to livestock, usually in the winter months. It has many branches and small leaves. Utilizing thousand-headed kale can provide nutritious forage for livestock during winter.

translocated herbicide: A herbicide that kills a plant after being absorbed through its leaves. Utilizing translocated herbicides can provide effective weed control and enhance crop growth.

tarragon: An aromatic plant (Artemisia dracunculus) whose leaves are used for seasoning. Growing tarragon can diversify farm produce and provide value-added culinary herbs.

topknot: A tuft of hair on the top of an animal’s head, found in certain breeds of cattle and sheep. Managing breeds with specific features like topknots can support breeding programs and improve animal identification.

tenderometer: A device used for testing vining peas to see how firm they are, allowing harvesting to take place at the right time. Using a tenderometer helps farmers harvest peas at optimal quality and ripeness, maximizing yield and market value.

tether: A rope, chain, or halter used to tie up animals. Using tethers appropriately can help manage livestock movements and prevent escape or injury, aiding in farm management.

toe-in: The shorter distance between the bases of the front wheels of a tractor compared to their tops. Toe-in improves steering performance and reduces wear on the front tires. Proper tractor maintenance, including managing toe-in, can enhance machinery efficiency and longevity.

tuberous: Like a tuber. Referring to a plant that grows from a tuber. Understanding tuberous plants can enhance crop diversity and production.

teat: A nipple on an udder. Proper teat care is crucial for maintaining udder health and milk production in dairy animals.

trimmer: An implement for trimming hedges. Using trimmers can enhance landscape management and farm maintenance.

truss: A bundle of hay or straw. A compact cluster or flowers or fruit such as tomatoes. Managing trusses effectively can enhance crop yield and quality.

twice-a-day: A milking system in which cows are milked two times a day. Implementing twice-a-day milking can improve dairy production and farm profitability.

thiabendazole: A substance used to worm cattle. Proper use of thiabendazole can help manage parasitic infections in livestock, ensuring health and productivity.

twin: One of two babies or animals born at the same time from two ova fertilized at the same time or from one ovum that splits in two. Managing twin births in livestock can improve breeding efficiency and productivity.

triticale: A new cereal hybrid of wheat and rye. It combines the yield potential of wheat with the winter hardiness and resistance to drought of rye. Increasingly used in the UK, triticale replaces winter and spring feed barleys. It has a high level of disease resistance and a reduced demand for chemical fertiliser. Growing triticale can enhance crop diversity and improve resilience to environmental stresses.

terrier: A record of land held and its occupation and use. Maintaining accurate land records (terriers) is important for farm management, legal purposes, and optimizing land use.

toxin: A poisonous substance produced by microorganisms. Managing toxin levels in crops and livestock can prevent health issues and ensure product safety.

twine: A strong string used for binding bales. Proper use of twine can enhance bale management and ease of transport.