An agricultural economy refers to an economic system where agriculture (farming) is the primary source of income and sustenance for a society or region.
Related terms
Subsistence Farming: Subsistence farming is a type of farming where farmers grow crops primarily for their own consumption rather than for sale or profit.
Crop Rotation: Crop rotation is the practice of growing different types of crops in sequential seasons on the same land to improve soil fertility and prevent pests and diseases.
Green Revolution: The Green Revolution was a period from the 1940s to 1960s when there were major advancements in agricultural technologies leading to increased crop yields worldwide.