Optimized tillage practices can help crops withstand extreme weather like droughts and floods. By comparing different tillage methods over five years, researchers found that a specific rotation of tillage (NC) increased soil water storage during dry seasons and improved crop yield stability. NC also had higher maize yields and rainwater use efficiency compared to other tillage methods. A meta-analysis confirmed that this combined tillage approach resulted in higher crop yields than conventional and no-tillage methods. Overall, rotating tillage systems like NC can enhance crop production in semi-arid regions, while ridge cultivation with no-tillage (RNT) is beneficial in areas with heavy rainfall. These findings provide practical strategies to improve agricultural resilience and stability in the face of extreme climate conditions.