harvesting method

[/ˈhɑːrvɪstɪŋ ˈmɛθəd/]
nounpl: harvesting methods
método de colheita
1. A technique or procedure used to gather crops or agricultural products from fields at maturity
The farmer chose a mechanical harvesting method to increase efficiency.
O agricultor escolheu um método de colheita mecanizado para aumentar a eficiência.
2. The systematic approach to collecting natural resources or products from their source
Sustainable harvesting methods help preserve the ecosystem.
Os métodos de colheita sustentáveis ajudam a preservar o ecossistema.
3. A specific process or strategy employed in agriculture, forestry, or resource extraction
Traditional harvesting methods are still used in some regions.
Os métodos de colheita tradicionais ainda são usados em algumas regiões.
In Brazil, harvesting methods vary significantly between small family farms (which often use traditional techniques) and large agribusiness operations (which employ advanced mechanization). The choice of method reflects both economic capacity and regional agricultural traditions. In Portugal, there is a stronger emphasis on traditional methods in wine and olive harvesting, while cereals use modern machinery.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
harvest techniquereaping methodcollection proceduregathering approach
Antonyms / Antônimos
planting methodsowing technique

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método de colheita
Most common and widely understood term across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
técnica de colheita
Slightly more formal variant commonly used in technical contexts
São Paulo
método de colheita / sistema de colheita
Both terms are used interchangeably in agricultural discussions
Portugal
método de colheita / técnica de colheita
Similar to Brazil, with occasional use of 'apanha' in some rural areas

Related Words

agriculturecrop rotationmechanizationsustainable farmingyieldseasonal harvest

Related Idioms & Phrases

time the harvest
reap what you sow
bring in the sheaves
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