Furrows and Ridges

Furrows are small troughs dug side-by-side—they are used for the irrigation of crops. Between each pair of furrows there is a peak called a ridge. Seeds are planted on the ridge to ensure the crop grows in rows between the furrows.^[1]

Furrows are used to irrigate row crops, tree crops, and crops which may become damaged if their stems are submerged in water.^[2]

[edit] References

1. ↑ CHAPTER 3. FURROW IRRIGATION. FAO.org [November 10, 2009].
2. ↑ CHAPTER 3. FURROW IRRIGATION. FAO.org [November 10, 2009].