what is the meaning of ploughing
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- turn up the earth of (an area of land) with a plough, especially before sowing.
- (especially of a vehicle) move in a fast and uncontrolled manner.
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- The loosening and turning of a few inches of the top soil is known as ploughing or tilling.
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Advantages of ploughing
- It helps in loosening the soil so that it can hold more water and air.
- The air helps the roots of crops to breathe, even though they penetrate deep into the soil.
- It is easy to mix the fertilisers and manures in the loose soil.
- Loose soil allows growth of roots into the soil for firm breeding.
- The loose soil helps in the growth of earthworms and microbes which make the soil rich in nutrients.
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