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Animal feed

Of or relating to the food products given to farmed animals.

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unload

Agriculture; Animal feed

To release flow (usually directly to the reservoir), to prevent pressure being imposed on the system or portion of the system.

unloading valve

Agriculture; Animal feed

A valve which by-passes flow to tank when a set pressure is maintained on its pilot port.

utilization

Agriculture; Animal feed

The ability of the animal to make use of all the nutrients within the ration.

petfood

Agriculture; Animal feed

Feed intended for consumption by cats, dogs or any animals kept for the pleasure of its owner.

photocell

Agriculture; Animal feed

Device used to detect the presence of an object. A photocell is composed of a transmitter, which transmits an infrared signal to a receiver or reflector.

photosynthesis

Agriculture; Animal feed

A process that plants use to synthesize nutrients from water and minerals using sunlight.

pile

Agriculture; Animal feed

A long, heavy timber, round or square, driven deep into the ground to provide a secure foundation for structures built on soft, wet, or submerged sites (e.g., landing stages, bridge abutments).

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