How did people discover agriculture?

Answer 1

They did not discover agriculture but rather invented or started it.

During the years of gathering fruits, roots and berries, the hunter-gatherers noticed what happened to seeds when they were dropped on the ground. So, they began to sow seeds, and stayed one place to look after and harvest the crop. The first farmers grew grains and vegetables. This began in the Middle East along the rivers in about 9000 BC. That is why this place is called the 'fertile crescent'.

Answer 2

Agriculture was discovered through a process of trial and error where early humans observed that certain plants could be cultivated for food by saving and planting seeds. This led to the intentional cultivation of crops, marking the transition from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle to settled agricultural societies. The discovery of agriculture allowed people to produce their own food, leading to increased food security and the development of complex civilizations.