BusinessAugust 16, 2026
harrows
HAIR-ohz
Definition
Agricultural implements consisting of a heavy frame with sharp teeth or discs, used for breaking up clods of soil, covering seeds, and smoothing the surface after plowing.
Etymology
The word comes from the Old English 'hearge,' meaning a rake or harrow, and shares a common Germanic root associated with the concept of tearing or raking the soil.
In the news
Harrows are mentioned as part of the mechanical equipment provided by the Kwara state government to help farmers modernize their cultivation processes and move away from manual labor.
Cultivating a future: How Governor Abdulrazaq is building a food-secure Kwara
Read the full article ↗The Guardian Nigeria News