Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
Furrow irrigation is a method of watering crops where small channels or furrows are created between rows of plants, and water is allowed to flow through these furrows to irrigate the plants.
Flood Irrigation: This term refers to a method of irrigation where an entire field is flooded with water, similar to how a bathtub fills up.
Surface Irrigation: This term refers to any method of irrigation where water is applied directly on the surface of the soil, such as furrow or flood irrigation.
Waterlogging: This term refers to when soil becomes saturated with water, leading to poor plant growth due to lack of oxygen in the root zone.