Climate shifts affected agriculture from "summary" of The Fate of Rome by Kyle Harper
The ancient world depended on the stability of the climate for its agriculture. In the vast expanse of the Roman Empire, farmers toiled in the fields, relying on the regularity of the seasons to produce their crops. However, the climate was not always so predictable. Throughout history, there have been periods of dramatic climate shifts that have had a profound impact on agriculture. These shifts were not gradual or gentle; they were sudden and severe, altering the conditions in which crops could grow. When the climate shifted, it disrupted the delicate balance of nature that farmers relied on. Crops that had once thrived in certain regions were no longer able to grow, leading to food shortages and famine. The changing climate also brought new challenges, such as increased pests and diseases that destroyed crops. Farmers struggled to adapt to these new conditions, but many were unable to keep up with the rapid changes. The effects of these climate shifts were not isolated to...
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