-Agriculture is the practice of cultivating land, raising [Crops](/wiki/crops), and rearing [Animals](/wiki/animals). This fundamental human endeavor provides [Food](/wiki/food) and raw materials, shaping societies and civilizations.
+Agriculture is the practice of cultivating land, raising [Crops](/wiki/crops), and rearing [Animals](/wiki/animals). This fundamental human endeavor provides [Food](/wiki/food) and raw materials, shaping societies and civilizations. The history of agriculture dates back thousands of years, marking a significant transition from [Hunter-Gatherer](/wiki/hunter-gatherer) lifestyles to settled communities.