Water Management
IN THIS LESSON
Water management is a key component of organic farm management.
Water management is a key component of organic farm management. Successful vegetable production is highly dependent on a consistent and sufficient supply of water for crop growth.
The foundation of organic management is healthy soil and healthy plants. Soil microbes need water. Stressed plants lead to an increase in pest and disease pressure.
Moisture Stress can greatly reduce yield and cause disorders: tip burn of leafy crops and blossom-end rot in tomatoes and other fruits.