dry farming
Definition
Noun: - Agricultural method: "dry farming" refers to a system of crop cultivation practiced in regions with limited rainfall, where crops are grown without irrigation by relying on soil moisture conservation techniques.
Usage Examples
- (A farming method used in dry areas.)
- (Crops suited to low-water conditions.)
Advanced Usage
- "dry farming techniques": specific practices such as mulching, deep plowing, and fallowing to retain soil moisture.
- The vineyard employs dry farming techniques to produce grapes with intense flavor. (Using soil moisture management without artificial watering.)
Variants and Related Words
Dry-farmed (adj): describes crops or land managed using dry farming methods.
- Dry-farmed tomatoes are known for their concentrated taste. (Tomatoes grown without irrigation.)
Dry farmer (n): a person who practices dry farming.
- The dry farmer relies on rainfall patterns to plan planting. (Farmer in a low-rainfall area.)
Synonyms
- Rainfed agriculture: farming that depends solely on natural rainfall.
- Non-irrigated farming: cultivation without artificial water supply.
Related Idioms
- "Make a dry farm bloom": to achieve success in difficult conditions.
- She made a dry farm bloom with careful soil management. (Achieved success despite challenges.)
Phrasal Verbs
- Dry farm out: to expand dry farming to new areas.
- They plan to dry farm out the neighboring hills if rainfall permits. (Extend the method to additional land.)