crop rotation

noun

: the practice of growing different crops in succession on the same land chiefly to preserve the productive capacity of the soil

Examples of crop rotation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Widespread adoption of conservation practices — including no-till and reduced-till farming, crop rotation, cover crops and federal soil conservation programs — helps keep soil anchored even during dry periods. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 29 June 2026

Remove and destroy all infected plant material (including roots) and practice a three-year crop rotation to reduce disease incidence. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 June 2026

Yes, crops that are not affected by blight, such as beans or cucumbers, may be grown in the same soil, but observe crop rotation and do not plant tomatoes in that location for the next two to three years. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026

Daily farm walks at The Ranch at Laguna Beach offer a taste of the harvest along with details about crop rotation, composting, and more. — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1811, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for crop rotation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
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Kids Definition

crop rotation

noun

: the practice of growing first one and then another crop on the same land especially to preserve the ability of the soil to produce crops