The Evolution of Farming and Food Security

The transition from hunter-gatherer societies to agricultural ones marks a significant point in human evolution, enabling population growth and the establishment of civilizations. This shift necessitated settling down and adopting farming practices to support increasing numbers, as the capacity for gathering food could not sustain larger populations. Current agricultural methods have evolved from ancient practices, but the core reliance on intensive farming remains crucial to feed billions. With a projected rise in global population, there is a pressing need to balance food production within the constraints of natural limits, emphasizing the challenges of undernourishment and food accessibility.