HISTORICAL: Journal of History and Social Sciences
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): History and Cultural Innovation

Traditional Agricultural of Sangam Period- A Study

R. Renugadevi (Department of History Sri Parasakthi College for Women (Autonomous) Courtallam - 627 802, Thenkasi District)
S. Kannan (Department of History Valanar Arts & Science College Kuruvikulam- 627754, Thenkasi District, Tamil Nadu)



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Publish Date
06 Sep 2026

Abstract

Agriculture was the main occupation of the Tamil region of India during the Sangam period. Agriculture in the state of Tamil Nadu is not of recent origin but has a long history dating back to the 2nd century. C. He changed the lifestyle of primitive man from nomadic hunter of wild fruits and roots to farmer of the land. Agriculture benefits from the wisdom and teachings of the great saints. The wisdom gained and the practices adopted have been passed down from generation to generation. Traditional farmers have developed nature-friendly farming systems and practices such as mixed farming, mixed farming, crop rotation, etc.            The great Sangam literature of the ancient Tamil region conveys the depth of knowledge possessed by the older generations of Tamil Nadu farmers. Modern society has begun to appreciate the importance of traditional knowledge, which has undergone a refinement process through generations of experience. The ecological considerations shown by traditional farmers in their agricultural activities are reflected today in the renaissance of organic agriculture.    

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Humanities Social Sciences

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HISTORICAL: Journal of History and Social Sciences is a peer reviewed journal published by Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu. The journal is aimed at spreading the research results conducted by academicians, researchers, and practitioners in the field of history and Social Sciences. ...