Question

Why is the field watered before ploughing??

Answer 1

Seeds are typically only planted an inch below the soil surface. Farmers want to give those seeds the best chance of germinating and growing. That means mechanically preparing seed beds by breaking the ground. Soil can become dense and compact. Plowing also makes it easier to plant. Plowing breaks up the blocky structure of the soil which can aid in drainage and root growth.

Answer 2

The leveling of plowed fields prevents the top fertile soil from being carried away by strong winds or washed away by rainwater. The leveling of plowed fields helps in the uniform distribution of water in the fields during irrigation. The leveling of plowed fields helps in preventing the loss of moisture.