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mountain forest: a forest that grows in mountainous areas. Understanding the characteristics and management of mountain forests can help farmers optimize their timber production and environmental sustainability.

methionine: an essential amino acid. Understanding the role of methionine in livestock nutrition can help farmers ensure balanced diets and better animal health and productivity.

micropropagation: the propagation of plants by cloning a small piece of plant tissue cultured in a growth medium. Understanding the techniques and applications of micropropagation can help farmers improve crop production and genetic diversity.

monomolecular layer: a layer only one molecule thick. Understanding the applications of monomolecular layers can help farmers manage crop protection and other agricultural processes more effectively.

mixed culture: the process of growing several species of tree together on the same piece of land. Understanding mixed culture can help farmers manage forest resources more effectively, ensuring better productivity and sustainability.

mangold: same as mangel. Growing mangold can provide a valuable fodder crop for livestock, ensuring a steady supply of feed and improving farm sustainability.

myology: the study of muscles. Understanding myology can help farmers manage livestock health and productivity more effectively.

milk products: milk and other foodstuffs produced from it, which are sold for human consumption. The main milk products are liquid milk (homogenised, pasteurised, sterilised or UHT), butter, cheese, cream, condensed milk and milk powder. Understanding the production and marketability of milk products can help farmers diversify their income streams and improve profitability.

mercury: a metal element that is liquid at room temperature. It is used in thermometers, barometers and electric batteries and is poisonous. Also called quicksilver. Understanding the properties and risks of mercury can help farmers manage its use and disposal safely.

monogerm seed: a seed that produces a single seedling. Compare multigerm seed. Understanding the characteristics of monogerm seeds can help farmers manage crop production more effectively, ensuring better productivity and sustainability.