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taint: To give an unpleasant taste to food. Avoiding taint in food products is crucial for maintaining market quality and consumer satisfaction.

tabanidae: A family of horse flies with strong antennae, often large and flying fast. Most females suck blood and attack large mammals such as cattle with their blade-like jaws. Understanding tabanidae is crucial for farmers to manage and protect livestock from these pests, which can cause distress and transmit diseases.

tier: A range of things placed one row above another, e.g., the arrangement of cages in a battery. Effective tier management can optimize space and improve efficiency in livestock housing.

tank: A large container for storing fluid. Proper use and maintenance of tanks for water, fuel, or chemicals are essential for efficient farm operations and resource management.

top dressing: A fertilizer applied to a growing crop. Proper application of top dressings can enhance crop nutrition and yield, supporting better farm productivity.

teat cup: A tube forming part of a milking machine, which fits over the teat of the cow. Ensuring proper use and maintenance of teat cups can improve milking efficiency and cow comfort.

towbar: A strong bar at the back of a car or tractor, to which another vehicle can be attached to be pulled along. Proper use and maintenance of towbars can improve safety and efficiency in farm logistics.

tolerant: Not reacting adversely to something. Using tolerant plant varieties can enhance crop performance under adverse conditions, supporting sustainable agriculture.

tetraploid: Forms of grass and clover with larger seeds and a larger plant than ordinary grass and clover. Utilizing tetraploid varieties can improve forage quality and yield, benefiting livestock nutrition and farm productivity.

thorax: A cavity in the top part of the body of an animal above the abdomen, containing the diaphragm, heart, and lungs, all surrounded by the rib cage. The middle section of the body of an insect, between the head and the abdomen. Understanding thorax anatomy helps in managing livestock health and diagnosing issues.