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Harvesting wheat on a farm in the grain belt near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. A potash mine appears in the distant background.
The archaeological site of Jarmo, located in present-day Iraq, provides significant evidence for the early development of a settled agricultural society. Excavations at the site have revealed the following domesticated species:
- Crops: The inhabitants cultivated various types of wheat, specifically emmer and einkorn, as well as two-row barley.12
- Animals: Evidence indicates the domestication of dogs, goats, sheep, and pigs.12
These findings, dating back to approximately 7000–6750 BCE, reflect the transition to a food-producing economy characterized by permanent village settlements and technological advancements such as flint sickle blades, milling stones, and eventually, the production of pottery.12