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History of agriculture in Canada

Agriculture is like growing things on a big farm. In Canada, a long time ago, people used to just hunt and gather food from nature. But then some people started to plant and grow their own food instead of hunting and gathering.

At first, indigenous people in Canada would plant their own food like corn, squash and beans. They also used to hunt and fish, and would trade with other tribes to get different types of food.

When European settlers came to Canada, they brought their own ways of farming with them. They started to clear the land and plant crops such as wheat, barley and oats. They also brought over animals like cows, pigs and chickens to farm and provide food.

Over time, agriculture in Canada became more advanced. New machinery and technology were developed to make farming easier and more efficient. Farmers also started to specialize in certain types of crops or animals, like dairy farming and wheat farming.

Today, agriculture is still a very important part of Canada's economy. Farmers grow a wide variety of crops like canola, soybeans and potatoes, and raise animals like cows, pigs and chickens. They also use modern technology and techniques to make sure their farms are sustainable and environmentally friendly.