Water source guide

Useful across Oman and GCC wherever farms receive seasonal rain and have space to store water.

Rainwater

Free, soft water from the sky – ideal for saving costs and protecting soil from salts.

Rainwater

How this water source fits into your plan

1 Best suited for farms

  • β€’ Hill and mountain farms that receive good seasonal rainfall
  • β€’ Greenhouses and nurseries that benefit from soft, low-salt water
  • β€’ Small and medium farms that want to reduce dependence on wells or desalinated water

2 Key advantages

  • β€’ Very low cost once collection and storage structures are built
  • β€’ Usually low in salts, which helps protect soil structure and sensitive crops
  • β€’ Can be mixed with other sources to improve overall water quality

3 Challenges & points to watch

  • β€’ Strongly dependent on seasonal rainfall, especially outside monsoon or Khareef areas
  • β€’ Requires good design of gutters, pipes and storage to avoid contamination
  • β€’ Storage capacity must be planned carefully to last through dry periods

4 Quality & cost overview

Typical quality: High

Relative cost: Very_Low

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