Agriculture practices in ancient Egypt

Ancient Egyptian agriculture relied heavily on the Nile River's annual floods, which deposited rich silt on the fields. Farmers cultivated staple crops like wheat, barley, and flax, using plows pulled by oxen. They practiced irrigation techniques to manage water, creating canals and basins to store floodwaters. Seasonal planting and harvesting coincided with the Nile's cycles. Additionally, they employed crop rotation and used fertilizers such as animal manure. The agricultural surplus supported Egypt's population and contributed to its wealth, enabling the development of its civilization, including monumental architecture and a complex society.