Every year, heavy summer rain in the highlands, sent a gigantic amount of water that gazumped the banks of the Nile. This floodwater left thick mud which is known as black silt, this type of mud is excellent for planting seeds.
In Ancient Egypt this was the only place that they could grow their own food, and it was very common to see many fields being farmed all along the river.
Paper made from papyrus plant and construction materials were also obtained from this famous river.
