Automatic Watering on Shemitah: Allowed or Not?

Can you leave your sprinkler system running during Shemitah? What if it’s automatic and set up before the year began? In this episode, we look at whether using an irrigation system is allowed, and under what conditions. We break down the difference between watering to keep plants alive vs. helping them grow—and how that affects the halacha. Straightforward, clear, and practical—everything you need to know about keeping your lawn or field watered during Shemitah.