Maize, also known as corn, is a cereal grain native to the Americas. It was introduced to Europe during the exploration era and became an important staple crop.
Think of maize as a popular social media platform. Just like how people share their thoughts, photos, and videos on social media platforms with friends all over the world, maize spread across Europe and became a widely consumed crop.
Agricultural Revolution: The Agricultural Revolution refers to a significant shift from hunter-gatherer societies to settled farming communities that occurred around 10,000 BCE.
Subsistence Farming: Subsistence farming is agricultural production primarily focused on providing enough food for the farmer's family with little surplus for trade.
Food Security: Food security refers to having access to sufficient safe and nutritious food that meets dietary needs for an active and healthy life.
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