Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Field Capacity.
Field Capacity - as a noun
The maximum amount of water that a particular soil can hold
Example Sentences
"The field capacity of sandy soil is generally lower than that of clay soil."
"Farmers need to consider field capacity when deciding irrigation schedules."
"The field capacity of the field was tested before planting the crops."
"Increasing organic matter content in soil can improve its field capacity."
"The field capacity of loamy soil is often considered ideal for agricultural purposes."