What is the practice of sowing that involves scattering seeds throughout the soil's top layer?

Sowing is the process of planting seeds in the soil in order to grow crops. This includes preparing the soil, selecting the appropriate seeds, and planting the seeds at the proper depth and spacing with tools. 

Broadcasting is a method of sowing that involves scattering seeds throughout the top layer of soil. In this method, seeds are simply scattered or thrown across the soil surface rather than planting in rows or at specific depths. This method is frequently used for crops that are not sensitive to depth, such as grasses or legumes, or when planting in rows is impractical. Broadcasting can be done by hand or with specialized equipment, but it is generally regarded as less precise than other methods of sowing.