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ACT Science - Agriculture et foresterie

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés à l'agriculture et à la foresterie, tels que « hypha », « millet », « feuillus », etc. qui vous aideront à réussir vos ACT.

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to harvest

to cut and collect a crop

récolter

récolter

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to cultivate

to prepare and use land for growing plants or crops by planting seeds, tending to them, and providing necessary care

cultiver

cultiver

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fertilizer

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

engrais

engrais

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irrigation

the artificial application of water to land or soil to assist in the growing of crops and the maintenance of landscapes

irrigation

irrigation

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precipitation

the amount of water, in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls to the ground, measured over a specific period and crucial for crop growth and forest health

précipitation

précipitation

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to yield

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

produire

produire

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semiarid

characterized by receiving very little rainfall, often with erratic precipitation patterns and a tendency towards drought conditions, but not as extreme as arid climates

semi-aride

semi-aride

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[Adjectif]
coniferous

relating to trees with hard and dry fruits called cones and needle-shaped leaves

conifère

conifère

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deciduous

(of plants) annually losing leaves

déciduel

déciduel

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silviculture

the practice of cultivating and managing forests, including the planting, growth, and harvesting of trees for timber production and ecosystem maintenance

silviculture

silviculture

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sharecropping

an agricultural system where landowners allow tenants to use the land in exchange for a share of the crops produced

système de métayage

système de métayage

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to plow

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

labourer

labourer

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precision agriculture

a farming approach that uses technology to optimize crop production by precisely managing resources like water, fertilizer, and pesticides

agriculture de précision

agriculture de précision

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agropastoralism

a farming system that combines agriculture with livestock grazing, where both activities are practiced on the same land

agropastoralisme

agropastoralisme

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organic

(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances

bio

bio

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insecticide

a chemical substance or agent that is used to kill or control insects that can cause harm to humans, crops, animals, and structures

insecticide

insecticide

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pesticide

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

pesticide

pesticide

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to terrace

to create stepped levels or flat areas on sloped land to prevent erosion and make the land suitable for farming or forestry

terrasser

terrasser

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to hoe

to break up the surface of the ground, remove weeds, etc. using a gardening tool with a thin metal blade attached to a long handle

hoe

hoe

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to till

to prepare the soil for planting by digging, stirring, or turning it over using a tool such as a plow or a tiller

cultiver

cultiver

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herbicide

a chemical substance that kills plants, used for destroying plants that are not wanted

herbicide

herbicide

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manure

solid waste from animals spread on a piece of land to help plants and crops grow healthier and stronger

fumier

fumier

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compost

decayed leaves, plants, or other organic waste turned into a mixture that can improve the soil's quality and productivity once added to it

compost

compost

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to weed

to rid a garden or other area of land of unwanted plants

désherber

désherber

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mulch

a protective layer of decaying leaves or compost that is spread over or around a plant to improve the quality of the soil, stop weeds from growing, or to provide protection for the plant's base and its roots

paillis

paillis

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monocot

a type of flowering plant that has a single cotyledon, or seed leaf, in its embryo, and typically features parallel leaf veins, flower parts in multiples of three, and fibrous root systems

monocotylédone

monocotylédone

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dicot

a type of flowering plant that has two cotyledons, or seed leaves, in its embryo, typically featuring net-like leaf veins, flower parts in multiples of four or five, and a taproot system

dicotylédone

dicotylédone

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to cross

to deliberately mate individuals of different breeds, races, or varieties to produce offspring with desirable characteristics or traits

croiser

croiser

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blight

any disease that causes a plant to wither and eventually dies

flétrissement

flétrissement

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prairie

a flat, wide area of land with no or very few trees in North America

prairie

prairie

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infestation

the presence of large numbers of harmful insects, pests, or other organisms in an area, often causing damage to crops, trees, or natural environments

infestation

infestation

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agrarian

related to agriculture, farmers, or rural life

agricole

agricole

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granary

a place used for storing grains or farm food

grange à grains

grange à grains

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hydroponics

a method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions

hydroponie

hydroponie

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autotroph

an organism that makes its own food using sunlight or chemical energy

autotrophe

autotrophe

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eutrophication

the excessive nutrients in water causing algae blooms, oxygen depletion, and ecological problems

eutrophisation

eutrophisation

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millet

small seeds of a large crop that grows in warm regions, used to feed birds or make flour

millet

millet

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maize

a tall plant growing in Central America that produces yellow seeds, which are used in cooking

maïs

maïs

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squash

a group of edible plants that are typically harvested and cooked while still immature

courge

courge

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logging

the act of cutting down trees to use their wood

abattage

abattage

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safflower

a plant with bright orange or yellow flowers that produces seeds rich in oil

carthame

carthame

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cauliflower

the flower head of a plant from the cabbage family that is white in color and is eaten as a vegetable

chou-fleur

chou-fleur

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seedling

a young plant that develops from a seed, typically in the early stages of growth after germination

jeune plant

jeune plant

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milfoil

aquatic plants with finely divided underwater leaves, found in freshwater habitats like lakes and ponds

milléfolium

milléfolium

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birch

a deciduous tree known for its smooth bark, typically found in temperate and boreal forests

bétula

bétula

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infiltration

the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil, replenishing soil moisture and reducing runoff

infiltration

infiltration

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duff

the layer of decomposing organic matter, such as leaves, twigs, and other plant material, that accumulates on the soil surface

humus

humus

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hypha

a thread-like structure found in fungi, consisting of a chain of cells that collectively form the fungal mycelium, essential for nutrient absorption and growth

hyphes

hyphes

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asparagus

a long green vegetable with edible stems, used in cooking or eaten raw

asperge

asperge

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vermin

small animals or insects that are believed to be destructive and are difficult to handle when they appear in a considerable number

vermine

vermine

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wasteland

a barren or unproductive area of land that is unsuitable for agriculture or habitation

terre désolée

terre désolée

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gourd

a type of fruit belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family, typically with a hard outer shell, often used for containers, utensils, or as ornamental decorations

courge

courge

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radish

an edible root of red color with a pungent taste that is eaten raw in salads

radis

radis

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hemlock

a tall evergreen tree with fine-grained wood, valued for construction and known for its dense foliage

sapin de Douglas

sapin de Douglas

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legume

any type of plant whose pods contain seeds, such as peas and beans

légume

légume

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purslane

a succulent herb with fleshy leaves, commonly used in salads and culinary dishes

pourpier

pourpier

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