How are rivers used on the farm?

Everyone knows that water is extremely necessary for humans and all other living organisms. People built settlements near rivers several thousand years ago. This made it possible to engage in agriculture, grow vegetables and fruits, keep livestock, use river water for domestic purposes. At present, in addition to such human activities in agriculture, thanks to the rivers there is an opportunity to receive electric energy at hydroelectric power plants built on rivers, to carry out navigation, fish, and use reservoirs.