Question

What factors led to the development of early agriculture in Mesopotamia?

Answer 1

1. Existence of indigenous crops e.g. wheat, barley & existence of indigenous animals
2. High rainfall from Zaygroes mountains
3. Fertile soils
4. Availability of water for irrigation from Tigris-Euphrates
5. Settlement of Suwerians who had knowledge on agriculture
6. Availability of farm implements