The researchers looked at ways to use water more efficiently for growing crops. By controlling how much water is lost through evaporation and plant absorption, farmers can reduce the amount of water needed for irrigation. Managing water on the farm, like fixing leaks in ditches and evenly spreading water over fields, is key to cutting down on water use. Understanding how much water different crops need helps in deciding when and how much to irrigate. Simply put, if water loss is minimized, less water is required for successful crop growth.