crops

Example Sentences

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"Drones scan thousands of hectares to accurately count individual crops, assess plant health, spot early signs of disease, and monitor the growth of the piña to predict the absolute perfect window for harvesting," Vadlamudi says.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

"It means failed rains, dying crops, rising food prices, and families pushed to the edge yet again."

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Rice is best known as one of the world's most important food crops, but scientists have now shown it could also help inspire a new generation of smart materials.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

There is snow on the mountains, dense fog that blankets crops in the fall, giving life to wine-country grapes, fires in the dry season and the occasional earthquake.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The boys who wanted to play ball and such with Jay played in the open field away from the house and the crops so they didn’t damage anything.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce