Chapter I The Development of Agriculture in China Section I The Origins of Chinese Agriculture Section II The Agricultural Economy Advances in Dual Directions Section III The Complementation Between Agricultural and Pastoral Cultures Section IV Where Diversity Converges, Integrated Development Commences Chapter II Economic Implications of Chinese Agriculture Section I The Agriculture-Based Development Path Section II Distinct Paths Leading to the Same Outcome in North and South Economic Regions Section III Dryland Agriculture and Paddy Field Agriculture Chapter III The Technological Support for Chinese Agriculture Section I World-Leading Farming Techniques Section II Lasting Legacies of Water Conservancy Projects Section III Ecological Practices for Sustainable Development Chapter IV Institutional Safeguards of Chinese Agriculture Section I The Timeless Emphasis on Agriculture Section II Land Policy and the Corv?e System Section III A Comprehensive Disaster Prevention and Relief System Chapter V The Cultural Core of Agriculture in China Section I Agricultural Books—The Epitome of Agricultural Wisdom Section II The Twenty-Four Solar Terms Rhythms of Life Harmonizing with Heaven and Earth Section III The Spirit of Agriculture: The Enduring Chinese Tradition Conclusion
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