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First agriculture revolution in the world

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The First Agricultural            Revolution:  A Transformative Era in Human History The First Agricultural Revolution, also called the Neolithic Revolution, was the transition from nomadic hunter-gatherers to settled agricultural communities that began about 10, 000 BCE.  This revolution—which changed human life forever—paved the way for the rise of civilizations and altered the course of human history. Key Features of the First Agricultural Revolution Domestication of Plants and Animals: The most important result of the First Agricultural Revolution was the domestication of plants and animals. Humans began to grow crops—wheat, barley, rice, and corn (maize)—that provided a steady supply of food. Likewise, sheep, goats, cattle, and pigs were domesticated. These animals provided not only food, but also labor and materials such as wool and leather. Development of Settlements: Once agriculture was more stable, people began to settle in permanent pla...