Agriculture and Plants: English Vocabulary List

related to the practice or science of farming

"The land is agricultural."

"The agricultural fair featured cows pigs sheep and giant pumpkins grown by local farmers in the area."

a time of the year during which the plants have good condition to grow

"Long growing season allows."

"The long growing season allows farmers to plant and harvest crops several times each year successfully."

to use a large farming equipment to dig the ground and make it ready for farming

"Farmers plow the fields in spring."

"The farmer used a tractor to plow the field before planting the corn seeds in spring."

the common grain that is used in making flour, taken from a cereal grass which is green and tall

"Wheat grows in fields."

"Wheat is used to make flour and bread."

a leguminous plant rich in protein, used for food, fodder, and protein replacement

"Soy is used in many foods."

"Soy beans are a major source of protein for both humans and livestock globally."

a type of tall tropical plant that sugar can be extracted from its stems

"Sugar cane grows tall."

"Brazil harvests vast amounts of sugar cane each year to produce both sugar and ethanol."

a single seed or grain of the cereal plant barley

"Barley grows well here."

"Barley is an important cereal grain used primarily for animal feed and beer production worldwide."

cut and dried grass, for animals to feed on

"The hay is dry."

"The barn was filled with bales of hay that would feed the cattle all winter."

a piece of land on which grapes are grown to make wine

"The vineyard is green."

"The vineyard produced excellent grapes because the rocky soil and sunny climate provided perfect conditions for growing wine making varieties."

(of fruit or crop) fully developed and ready for consumption

"The banana is ripe."

"The ripe banana was covered in brown spots but it was actually sweeter and softer than the yellow ones."

an insect or small animal that destroys or damages crops, food, etc.

"The pest ate it."

"The farmer battled the persistent pest that threatened to destroy his entire harvest of corn for the season."

a type of chemical substance that is used for killing insects or small animals that damage food or crops

"Farmers use pesticide to protect their crops from insects and other pests."

"A pesticide is a chemical substance designed to kill or control pests that damage crops"

animals that are kept on a farm, such as cows, pigs, or sheep

"The farmer raised livestock for meat."

"The farmer keeps livestock such as cows, pigs, and sheep on his large farm."

a chemical or natural material that is added to the soil to improve its productivity and help plants grow

"Farmers spread fertilizer across the large field"

"Farmers apply organic fertilizer to the soil to improve its fertility and promote healthy plant growth."

a large farm building used to keep animals and store crops or feed

"The old barn was painted bright red."

"The old barn had not been used for years and its roof was collapsing under the weight of snow that accumulated every winter."

a glass structure used for growing plants in and protecting them from cold weather

"The greenhouse is warm."

"Plants grew quickly in the greenhouse because of the controlled temperature."

a type of plant small in size with several stems in the ground

"The bush is low."

"The bush grew beside the path."

a large tree, known for its strong wood and popular fruit

"The oak is strong."

"The oak tree stood for many years."

a farmer who owns or rents a small piece of land, particularly in the past or in poorer countries

"A medieval peasant worked the land for the local lord."

"A landless peasant in the feudal system was at the very bottom of the social hierarchy"

to grow plants or crops, especially for farming or commercial purposes

"They cultivate corn."

"Farmers must skillfully cultivate the land to maximize their crop yields."

(of a farm or an industry) to grow or produce a crop or product

"This tree yields delicious fruit every year."

"The fertile land is expected to yield a bountiful harvest of corn and soybeans this season."

the amount of produce gathered from crops during one growing season

"Good harvest season."

"Farmers celebrated the good harvest season after many months of hard work in the fields this year."

a large piece of land used for growing sugar cane, coffee, tea, etc., particularly in a hot country

"The plantation was large."

"The old plantation has been converted into a museum that explains the region's agricultural history."

to grow or reproduce animals or plants

"We raise chickens."

"Farmers often raise livestock to provide meat and other products for sale."

to raise or grow something naturally, in large numbers

"They produce apples."

"This fertile region is known to produce some of the finest wines in the country."

to cut or gather a crop

"They reap the harvest in autumn."

"The farmers worked diligently in the fields to reap the ripe wheat before the storm arrived."

any food product made from the starchy grains of cereal grasses

"Cereal is for breakfast."

"Many cultures rely on cereal grains like wheat and rice as primary sources of sustenance."

all the fruit, wheat, etc. harvested during a season

"This year's crop is good."

"The farmer was pleased with the abundant crop of wheat and corn this season."

a building in which flour is made out of grain

"Old water mill worked."

"The old water mill ground wheat into flour for the village many years ago successfully."

milk and milk products that are produced by mammals such as cows, goats, and sheep collectively

"He avoids all dairy products due to an intolerance."

"The farmer's market offered a wide selection of fresh dairy products, including cheese and yogurt."

to increase productivity of the soil by spreading suitable substances on it

"Fertilize the plants every month."

"Farmers use various methods to fertilize their crops and enrich the soil with essential nutrients to ensure a good harvest."

a building, typically found on a farm, designed to house horses

"The stable smells of hay and horses."

"The stable smelled of hay horses and leather with each animal dozing in its individual stall."

(of a plant) to produce flowers and display them in full color

"Flowers bloom beautifully in the spring."

"The cherry blossom trees usually bloom in early spring and attract many tourists to the park."

a part of a plant from which new flowers, leaves, or stems develop

"The flower bud will open in spring."

"The tiny bud on the rose bush would soon open into a beautiful red flower adding color to the garden."

any wild and unwanted plant that may harm the process of growth in a farm or garden

"The garden was full of weeds."

"The dandelion is often considered a weed but its yellow flowers can be pretty and its leaves are edible."

the underground part of a plant that absorbs water and minerals, sending it to other parts

"The root is deep."

"The root holds the tree firmly in the ground."

a tropical tree with a big trunk and feather-like or fan-shaped leaves

"A palm tree grows here."

"The tropical island was dotted with tall palm trees, their fronds rustling gently in the sea breeze."