Agriculture plays a critical role in the entire life of a given economy. Agriculture is the backbone of the economic system of a given country. In addition to providing food and raw material, agriculture also provides employment opportunities to a very large percentage of the population. When you build a house, the first thing that you need to ensure is you have strong base which will support the remaining structure. The stronger the base, the better the built. Agriculture forms the base of an economy.
If you go back in history you will find civilizations have always flourished around regions of high agricultural yield nearer to rivers. Agriculture forms the backbone of any economy. Without a strong agricultural base a nation will always find it difficult to sustain its economic growth. This is primarily because it will not be able to meet the food demands of the economy. Not only does it sustain the state's food requirements but it also acts as a huge source of employment. It also provides opportunity for export.