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Topic-Related Verbs - Verbs Related to Agriculture and Farming

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to agriculture and farming such as "plant", "compost", and "harvest".

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to plant
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to put a seed, plant, etc. in the ground to grow

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to sow
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to plant seeds by scattering them on the ground

Ex: Sowing lettuce seeds in rows ensures a plentiful supply of fresh greens for salads .
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to seed
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to spread small plant parts over soil to start their growth

Ex: Seeding the meadow with wildflower seeds creates a natural habitat for pollinators .
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to plow
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to use a large farming equipment to dig the ground and make it ready for farming

Ex: The plow the field in straight rows to optimize planting efficiency .
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to till
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to prepare the soil for planting by digging, stirring, or turning it over using a tool such as a plow or a tiller

Ex: Tilling the soil before planting helps to improve drainage and root growth .
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to make decayed leaves, plants, or other organic waste into a mixture that can improve the soil's quality to help plants grow more quickly

Ex: Composting coffee grounds and eggshells adds valuable nutrients to the soil .
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to mulch
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to cover the soil around plants with a layer of material like wood chips or leaves to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature

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to sprout
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(of a seed or plant) to begin growing

Ex: The farmer observes the wheat sprouting in the field after the rain .
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to prepare land for raising crops or growing plants

Ex: They cultivate the soil to ensure proper drainage for the potatoes .
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to cut and collect a crop

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to weed
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to rid a garden or other area of land of unwanted plants

Ex: weeds the garden paths to keep them clear and accessible .
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to garden
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to cultivate and nurture plants in an outdoor space, either as a job or hobby

Ex: gardens with passion , experimenting with different plants and techniques .
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to reap
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to cut or gather a crop

Ex: reaps hay from the meadow to feed the livestock during the winter .
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to prune
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to cut off top part or some branches of trees, bushes, or other plants to help them grow faster

Ex: prunes the grapevines in the vineyard to remove excess growth and improve grape quality .
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to yield
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(of a farm or an industry) to grow or produce a crop or product

Ex: This yields high-quality grapes that are used to produce exceptional wines .
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to root
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to plant by burying the base of a plant in soil

Ex: roots the roses in a container filled with nutrient-rich soil .
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to water
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to pour water on the ground to make plants grow in it

Ex: While on vacation , I asked my neighbor water my indoor plants .
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to supply crops, land, etc. with water, typically by artificial means

Ex: irrigates the vegetable garden with a hose and sprinkler attachment .
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to farm
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to grow crops or raise animals using agricultural techniques to improve production

Ex: She learned how farm tomatoes in greenhouses for year-round production .
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to increase productivity of the soil by spreading suitable substances on it

Ex: Do n't forget fertilize potted plants regularly to support their growth and vitality .
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to mate
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(of animals) to have sex for breeding or reproduction

Ex: Do n't disturb animals in the wild when they are trying mate.
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to breed
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(of an animal) to have sex and give birth to young

Ex: Certain fish species display vibrant colors and perform elaborate courtship rituals breeding.
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to fish
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to catch or attempt to catch fish with special equipment such as a fishing line and a hook or net

Ex: We fish in the early morning when the water is calm .
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to hatch
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(of birds, fish, etc.) to come out of an egg

Ex: The ornithologist documented the rare event of the eagle hatching in the nest high up in the tree .
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to milk
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to collect milk from animals such as cows, goats, etc.

Ex: During the winter months , the sheep milked twice a day to meet demand .
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to spawn
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(of a fish, frog, etc.) to lay or release eggs

Ex: Certain species of sea turtles return to the beaches where they were born spawn.
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to change wild animals or plants for human use or cultivation

Ex: Some scientists are exploring the possibility domesticating certain wild plants for food production in the future .
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to tame
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to make a wild animal or bird fit for living with people

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to bud
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(of a plant) to develop small, immature growths that will eventually become leaves, flowers, or shoots

Ex: As temperatures rise , the dormant bulbs underground begin bud and push through the soil .
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(of a plant) to bear flowers, especially flowers that are not fully open

Ex: With the arrival of warmer weather , the tulips began blossom, adding splashes of color to the garden .
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to flower
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(of a plant) to produce or display blossoms or blooms

Ex: With proper care , the indoor orchid plant began flower, showcasing its exotic blooms .
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to bloom
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(of a plant) to produce flowers and display them in full color

Ex: With the right conditions , the hibiscus plant bloom year-round .
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to deposit pollen on a plant or flower so that it can produce new seeds or fruit

Ex: Some plants , like corn , pollinated by the wind , while others , like tomatoes , rely on bees .
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