irrigation
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Three years later, after losing so many plants, she decided to add an irrigation system.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
A dense population, extensive irrigation, abundant moisture and large numbers of outdoor workers combine to create conditions in which even routine labour can become risky.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Higher fuel costs have directly impacted agriculture, from fertiliser production and irrigation to transport.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
“With the rising fuel—needed for irrigation pumping and tractors—and fertilizer prices, there’s even more reluctance to plant multiple cycles.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
Despite constant maintenance, erosion silted up reservoirs, hurricanes destroyed terraces, and weeds and sediment choked irrigation networks.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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