The good quality soil is essential for high yield, and sufficient production to sustain families, villages, and entire societies.The difference between types of soils, and variation in soil properties became apparent- soil moisture, soil texture and of course soil chemistry determined what crops can grow in particular regions, and how much yield the fields will produce.

The quality and content of the irrigation water can greatly affect the success of your crop.Testing your irrigation water is important for assessing the suitability of the water source for irrigation.Knowing what is in your irrigation water is also essential for the day-to-day practice, affecting both the irrigation regime and fertilizer schedule.