Modern Landscape Management Using Andean Technology Developed by the Inca Empire

A prolonged drought from 900 to 1400 AD significantly disrupted food production in the central Andes, contributing to the collapse of Tiwanaku and Wari cultures. The subsequent rise of the Inca Empire was likely facilitated by their advanced precision farming techniques, which enabled them to thrive in variable climates. This study highlights the resilience of Andean technology, demonstrating its effectiveness in modern landscape management despite adverse environmental conditions.

(Ed.). (2014). Modern Landscape Management Using Andean Technology Developed by the Inca Empire. The Soil Underfoot, 282–291. https://doi.org/10.1201/b16856-26