👉 Mildewed is a term used in the field of environmental science and engineering to describe a state where the soil moisture content is consistently low, indicating that the soil has not received adequate rainfall or irrigation. Mildew can occur when there are too many sources of water, such as rainwater runoff or groundwater, which leads to an accumulation of excess moisture on the surface of the soil. This can cause the soil to become compacted and reduce its ability to retain moisture over time. In some cases,