Relevant where rivers or wadis flow near agricultural land in Oman and neighboring GCC regions.
River Water
Strong flowing surface water that can feed many fields when river levels are good.
How this water source fits into your plan
1 Best suited for farms
- • Farms located near rivers, wadis or flood‑irrigated plains
- • Large fodder or cereal areas that benefit from abundant flow when available
- • Traditional systems that spread water across fields during high flow periods
2 Key advantages
- • Can deliver large volumes of water in a short time when river levels are high
- • Suitable for gravity‑fed and surface irrigation systems
- • When managed well, can reduce dependence on groundwater and desalinated water
3 Challenges & points to watch
- • Flow is highly seasonal and can stop during dry months
- • Water quality can change quickly after storms, floods or upstream activities
- • Requires protective works (weirs, intakes, filters) to handle debris and sediment
4 Quality & cost overview
Typical quality: Varies by location and season
Relative cost: Low
Got questions? We've got answers
Find answers to common questions about Zarraak and how it can help manage your farm.
Zarraak is a comprehensive farm management platform designed for small to medium farms in Oman. It helps you plan irrigation schedules, monitor weather, track crop health, manage inventory, and coordinate with your team—all in one place.
Yes! Zarraak is completely free to start. There are no setup fees, no credit card required, and you can begin planning your irrigation immediately after signing up.
Zarraak is designed to work on low-bandwidth connections, making it accessible even in remote farm areas. However, an internet connection is required to access the platform and sync your data.
Absolutely! Zarraak is fully responsive and works perfectly on mobile phones, tablets, and computers. The interface is designed to be simple and easy to use in the field.
Zarraak's irrigation planner uses scientific calculations based on crop type, soil conditions, area size, and local weather data. The recommendations are guidelines that you can adjust based on your experience and field observations.
Yes! Zarraak supports team collaboration. You can invite farm workers, managers, and suppliers to your workspace, each with appropriate access levels.
To get started, you'll need basic information about your farm: plot areas, crop types, soil types, water sources, and irrigation systems. Zarraak guides you through this setup step-by-step.
Yes, you can export your irrigation schedules, crop logs, and inventory data for reporting, printing, or sharing with your team offline.
Zarraak integrates local weather data to help you adjust irrigation plans. If rain is forecasted, the system can suggest reducing irrigation, helping you save water and optimize your schedule.
Zarraak includes an onboarding tour to help you get started. You can also contact our support team through the contact page, and we're always here to help you succeed with your farm management.
Absolutely. Your farm data is private and secure. Only you and the team members you invite can access your farm information. We follow industry best practices for data security.
Yes! Zarraak allows you to manage multiple farms and plots within a single account. You can organize them by location, crop type, or any system that works for you.