Irrigation

farming · water · agriculture · ancient practice

Water for Crops. Irrigation lets farmers give their crops exactly the right amount of water at exactly the right time, so plants can grow strong and healthy even when there isn't enough rain.

Ancient Innovation. Farmers have been using irrigation for more than 5,000 years, inventing clever ways to move water from rivers and wells to their fields.

Protection Tool. Irrigation doesn't just help crops grow, it also protects them from frost damage on cold nights and can even keep weeds from taking over grain fields.

Global Solution. Many different cultures around the world developed their own irrigation systems, showing that people everywhere figured out this smart way to farm in dry regions.

Works with Drainage. Irrigation works best when paired with drainage systems that remove extra water from soil, so farmers get the perfect balance for big harvests.