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Fresh Market:

Free Range:

Food Miles:

Food Desert:

Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR):

Crops planted to serve as barriers that reduce wind speed and protect soil from erosion. Windbreak crops help improve microclimates and protect other crops. For example, planting tall grasses or shrubs as windbreaks along field edges to reduce wind erosion and enhance crop growth.

Farmer’s Almanac:

The principles and practices that ensure the humane treatment and well-being of livestock, including housing, feeding, and handling practices. For example, adhering to animal welfare and ethics standards to ensure ethical and sustainable livestock production.

Loans specifically designed to provide financial assistance to farmers for operating expenses, equipment purchases, and land acquisition. Farm loans help farmers invest in their operations and manage cash flow. For example, securing a loan to expand a poultry farm and increase production.

The evaluation of soil health using indicators such as organic matter content, nutrient levels, and biological activity. Soil health assessment helps guide management practices and conservation efforts. For example, conducting soil health assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions on a farm.