Word:
Technical Assistance
Definition:
Help provided to clients to address opportunities, concerns, and problems related to the use of natural resources.
Source:
NRCS
Word:
Technical Determination
Definition:
A conclusion stating the status and condition of the natural resources and cultural practices concerning the soil, water, air, plants and animals. This is based on science and best judgment of natural resource professionals.
Source:
NRCS
Acronym:
TSP
Word:
Technical Service Provider
Definition:
An individual certified or approved to provide technical services through the Natural Resource Conservation Service or directly to program participants.
Source:
NRCS
Word:
Tenant
Definition:
One who rents land from another in consideration of the payment of a specified amount of cash or amount of a commodity.
Source:
NRCS
Word:
Terrace
Definition:
A raised bank of earth having vertical and sloping sides. Terraces are constructed to follow the contour of the land and to enable rain and snow water to remain on the land rather than run down slopes and cause soil erosion. Terraces are a conservation practice to keep soil and water on the land.
Word:
Third Party Vendor
Definition:
An individual who has been certified to provide certain types of conservation assistance.
Source:
NRCS
Word:
Tier
Definition:
One of the three levels of participation in CSP (Conservation Security Program).
Source:
NRCS
Word:
Tillage
Definition:
The process of mechanically preparing a field for planting by loosening the soil and disturbing weeds. Farmers have in recent years drastically reduced the amount of tillage necessary to produce a crop.
Source:
Our Ohio
Word:
Tobacco barn
Definition:
A structure designed to facilitate the curing of tobacco. Tobacco barns tend to be taller than ordinary barns and to have extra openings to allow plenty of air circulation.
Source:
Our Ohio
Word:
Tract
Definition:
A land unit under one ownership that is operated as a farm or as part of a farm.
Source:
NRCS