Subsistence Farming
Definition
Subsistence farming refers to a way of agriculture in which farmers grow food primarily for their own consumption rather than for trade or sale.
Related terms
Cash Crop: A crop grown specifically for profit rather than personal use.
Agricultural Revolution: The period when humans transitioned from hunting-gathering societies to settled agricultural communities.
Self-Sufficiency: The ability of an individual or community to meet their own needs without relying on external sources.
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