{
  "id": 3927644,
  "title": "Belgian farmer hasn't irrigated crops in 26 years; soil remains moist just 5-10 cm below surface",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/belgian-farmer-hasnt-irrigated-crops-in-26-years-soil-remains-moist",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-28T07:34:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/a-belgian-farmer-says-he-has-not-irrigated-outdoor-crops-for-26-years-dig-just-5-to-10-cm-below-the-dry-looking-surface-and-the-soil-is-still-moist/articleshow/133586293.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Belgium’s Diederik Steyaert has successfully farmed without irrigation for over two decades. His dedication to organic practices ensures that the soil remains healthy and retains moisture efficiently. By eliminating ploughing and incorporating organic matter, Steyaert cultivates robust plants that adapt to stress and drought. This innovative approach showcases vital strategies for addressing…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}