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halo blight: A disease which affects the pods of peas and beans, making them brown and withered. Managing halo blight through proper crop rotation and disease control methods can improve legume yields.

homogenized milk: Milk which is made more digestible by breaking up the fat droplets into smaller particles which are evenly distributed through the liquid. Using homogenized milk processes ensures milk quality and consumer satisfaction.

hand hoe: A garden implement with a small sharp blade, used to break up the surface of the soil or to cut off weeds. Using a hand hoe allows for precise weeding and soil management, which is essential for maintaining healthy crops.

Hill Farm Allowance: A support payment available for owners of hill farms to help with running costs. Abbr HFA. Utilizing HFA can provide financial support for farmers managing hill and upland farms.

Hordeum: The Latin name for barley. Growing Hordeum provides farmers with a valuable cereal crop for food and feed.

hand: A measure used to show the height of a horse. One hand is 10.16cm, and the measurement is taken from the ground to the withers of the horse. Understanding measurements like ‘hand’ helps farmers and breeders accurately describe and assess horse height.

hayloader: An implement for loading hay from the field into a trailer. Using a hayloader improves the efficiency of hay collection and transport, reducing labor costs and time.

HACCP: A process for identifying and controlling hazards within a process, e.g., in the food industry. Full form Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points. Implementing HACCP ensures food safety, which is crucial for maintaining consumer trust and meeting regulatory standards.

habit: The characteristic way in which a specific plant grows. Understanding plant habits helps farmers select appropriate plants for their environment, ensuring better crop success.

hill farm: A farm in mountainous country, with 95% or more of its land classified as rough grazing, mainly for breeding ewe flocks. Managing hill farms effectively supports sustainable grazing and livestock production.