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Corn Pansy: Corn pansy noun same as field pansy. Managing corn pansy involves using weed control measures to protect crops.

Crossbred: Crossbred /kr?sbred/ adjective having been bred from two parents with different characteristics a herd of crossbred sheep. Engaging in crossbreeding practices supports genetic diversity and livestock improvement.

Canker: A disease causing lesions on a plant or the skin of an animal, particularly affecting fruit trees like apples. Managing canker involves pruning infected areas and applying fungicides to protect plants and ensure healthy growth.

Countryside Commission: Countryside Commission noun a former organization in the UK, which supervised countryside planning and recreation. It was particularly concerned with National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Engaging with the Countryside Commission supports rural conservation and sustainable land use practices.

Chitting House: A storage building for trays of potatoes, where they are kept to sprout before planting. Using chitting houses helps farmers manage seed potatoes and ensure successful crop establishment.

Cold Storage: Cold storage noun the practice of keeping perishable produce in a refrigerated room or container, before moving it to market or to a retailer. The low temperature inhibits bacterial and fungal activity. Implementing cold storage preserves produce freshness and extends shelf life.

Chlor-: Prefix same as chloro-, referring to chlorine or green. Understanding chemical prefixes helps farmers manage inputs and processes for optimal farm operations.

Conductivity: Conductivity /k?nd?ktiviti/ noun the ability of a material to conduct heat or electricity Because of the poor conductivity of air, heat is transferred from the Earth’s surface upwards by convection. Hydraulic conductivity, electrical conductivity. Understanding conductivity aids in soil and water management practices.

Cloning: The reproduction of an individual organism by asexual means. Implementing cloning practices helps farmers propagate plants or livestock with desirable traits, enhancing productivity and quality.

Composting: Composting noun the controlled decomposition of organic waste, especially used for the disposal for plant waste in gardens or domestic green waste such as vegetable peelings. Implementing composting practices improves soil health and reduces waste.