B2 Level Wordlist - Farming

Here you will learn some English words about farming, such as "cornfield", "plantation", "crop", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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cornfield [noun]

a farming land in which corn is planted

Ex: Children enjoyed playing hide-and-seek in the tall cornfield .

plantation [noun]

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

Ex: A variety of crops can be cultivated on a single plantation .

cowboy [noun]

(particularly in the western parts of the US) a male rider who looks after cattle

Ex: Working as a cowboy requires a strong knowledge of livestock and ranching .

crop [noun]

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

Ex: Farmers rotate their crops to maintain soil health and fertility .

groundwater [noun]

water that is held in soil, rocks, etc. under the ground

Ex: Rainwater can seep into the ground and replenish groundwater sources .

erosion [noun]

the process by which soil and rock are gradually destroyed and removed by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice

Ex: Coastal erosion is a concern for communities living near shorelines , as it can lead to the loss of land and property .

pesticide [noun]

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

Ex: Excessive use of pesticides can harm beneficial insects and the environment .

agricultural [adjective]

related to the practice or science of farming

Ex: Agricultural land is often characterized by vast fields of crops such as corn , wheat , and soybeans .

edible [adjective]

safe or suitable for consumption as food

Ex: Some plants look pretty but are not edible .

fertile [adjective]

(of an animal, person, or plant) able to produce offspring, fruit, or seed

Ex: The fertile soil allowed the farmers to grow a variety of crops .

produce [noun]

products grown or made on a farm, such as fruits, vegetables, etc.

Ex: The chef emphasized the use of seasonal produce in his dishes .

barley [noun]

a single seed or grain of the cereal plant barley

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legume [noun]

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

Ex: She enjoys a salad made with mixed greens and assorted legumes .

hay [noun]

cut and dried grass, for animals to feed on

Ex: They used a tractor to cut the hay in the sunny meadow .

soy [noun]

a legume native to East Asia, commonly used in various food products and for its oil

Ex:

sugar cane [noun]

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

Ex: In many tropical regions , sugar cane thrives due to the warm climate .

to dig [verb]

to remove earth or another substance using a tool, machine, or hands

Ex: Miners use heavy machinery to dig for valuable minerals .

to harness [verb]

to secure and connect an animal to equipment like a plow, carriage, or sled for controlled movement or work

Ex: The sled dogs were harnessed to the sled in preparation for the race .

to harvest [verb]

to catch fish or other animals for consumption

Ex: It is important to harvest responsibly to maintain wildlife populations .

to keep [verb]

to own and take care of animals

Ex: She keeps a small herd of sheep on her farm .

to load [verb]

to fill or pack a space with the specified items

Ex: The driver loaded the delivery van with packages for the morning delivery route .

to package [verb]

to pack something in order to sell or transport it

Ex: The online retailer had to package the products before shipping to customers .

to pile [verb]

to lay things on top of each other

Ex: She is currently piling logs of wood in the backyard for the winter .

to uproot [verb]

to remove something, such as a plant or tree, by pulling it completely out of the ground

Ex: Farmers uprooted the weeds from the fields before planting the new crops .

livestock [noun]

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

Ex: Proper care and feeding are essential for healthy livestock .

boar [noun]

a domestic male pig that is typically used for breeding purposes

Ex: The aggressive behavior of the boar was a challenge for the farmhands to manage .

calf [noun]

the young offspring of a cow or bull, typically less than one year old

Ex: The dairy farm welcomed several new calves during the calving season .

hog [noun]

a domestic pig that is kept for its meat

Ex: The children laughed as the playful hog rolled in the mud .

mule [noun]

an animal that is the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, which is particularly used to carry heavy loads

Ex: A mule has a calm temperament , making it easy to train .

pony [noun]

a type of horse that is small in size

Ex: The pony stood calmly as the little girl brushed its mane .

honeycomb [noun]

a structure that is made by bees, consisting of six-sided cells where they store their honey

Ex: A piece of honeycomb can add a unique texture to desserts .

poultry [noun]

turkeys, chickens, geese, ducks, etc. that are kept for their eggs and meat

Ex: Poultry farming is an important agricultural industry in many countries .

ostrich [noun]

a fast and large bird that is flightless and has long legs and a long neck, native to Africa

Ex: The farmer raised ostriches for their feathers and meat .

B2 Level Wordlist
Electronic Devices	Animals	Clothes and Fashion	Family and Relationships
Art	The Human Body	Business and Office	Crime and Violence
Law	Nature	Politics	Money
Cooking	School and Education	Buildings and Structures	Personality
Love and Romance	Music	Jobs and Occupations	Time
Health and Sickness	Foods	Driving	Drinks
Grammar	Monarchy	Computers and Networks	Outer Space
Wedding Ceremony	Plants	Working Out	Regulations and Requirements
Fairy Tales	Certainty and Doubt	Scientific Research	News and Journalism
Threats and Danger	Communication	People and Society	Determination and Struggles
Self-care Products	Bodily Actions	Tools	Evaluation and Opinion
Assessment and Discourse	Religion	Shapes and Colors	Traveling
The Cinema	Change	The Weather	Farming
Preference	Phrasal Verbs	Feelings or States of Being	Games
War and Peace	City Structures	World of Science	Measurement
Common Verbs	General Adverbs	Useful Adjectives	General Adjectives