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Another advantage of having a windmill is that a farmer can ensure that their water doesn’t get the chance to stagnate. What often happens on a farm is that water sits in a reservoir ready for use around the farm. This may result in stagnation, though, unless it’s aerated. Which is where the windmill comes in, pushing air into the water. Photo Credit: Chris McGrath/Getty Images

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