Hunter-gatherers had an advantage in that food sources were not dependent on soil or weather patterns, but food was not a constant supply and hunting took significant time. Agriculture provided a more reliable food source through farming but was dependent on rain and soil quality, resulting in unreliable supply during drought. While hunter-gatherers had a more balanced diet, agriculture allowed for greater population sizes and more time for other pursuits due to less time spent gathering food. Overall, the document concludes agriculture was a more reliable food source despite its disadvantages.

1. Agriculture vs. Hunting By, Harsha Nori