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When did humans start gathering grains?
When did humans start gathering grains?
When were sheep, goats, pigs, and cattle domesticated?
When were sheep, goats, pigs, and cattle domesticated?
What percentage of the world's farmland is operated by the largest one percent of farms?
What percentage of the world's farmland is operated by the largest one percent of farms?
How much of the world's food do small farms produce?
How much of the world's food do small farms produce?
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When did industrial agriculture based on large-scale monocultures come to dominate agricultural output?
When did industrial agriculture based on large-scale monocultures come to dominate agricultural output?
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Study Notes
Early Agriculture
- Humans started gathering grains around 10,000 years ago, marking the beginning of the Neolithic Revolution.
Domestication of Animals
- Sheep, goats, pigs, and cattle were domesticated around 10,000-12,000 years ago.
Modern Agriculture
- Currently, the largest 1% of farms operate around 70% of the world's farmland.
Small-Scale Farming
- Despite their relatively small landholding, small farms produce around 70% of the world's food.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the history and evolution of agriculture with this quiz. Explore the development of farming, domestication of species, and the impact of agriculture on human civilization. From early grain gathering to modern crop and livestock production, this quiz will challenge your understanding of this vital aspect of human development.
