The form and characteristics of China’s traditional natural economy

China's traditional natural economy, an economic form deeply rooted in natural resources and laws, occupies a pivotal position in the long history of China.

Its core features are mainly reflected in the self-sufficient small-scale farmer economy, developed water conservancy agriculture and the emphasis on natural disaster emergency response.

The small-scale peasant economy is the main body of China's traditional natural economy. Farmers mainly farm and grow their own crops. Their lives are basically self-sufficient and their dependence is extremely low.

They grew grain, vegetables, and raised poultry, forming a simple and independent economic system.

This economic model embodies the structure of feudal society and continues for thousands of years.

In terms of agriculture, water conservancy agriculture was particularly prominent in ancient China, and the Yellow River Basin and the Jiangnan region were particularly developed.

By building irrigation facilities, such as dams and canals, farmers are able to use water efficiently and ensure the stability of agricultural production.

This technology not only improves agricultural production, but also has a profound impact on fields such as construction and public engineering.

Natural disaster emergency response is another major feature of the natural economy.

In the face of frequent floods, droughts and famines, China has historically adopted measures such as the central grain reserve system and the fixed grain holding system to ensure people's lives and public safety.

These coping strategies demonstrate the wisdom and resilience of ancient societies in managing natural disasters.

In general, the characteristics of China's traditional natural economy are not only reflected in self-sufficiency in agricultural production, but also in its wisdom and resilience in responding to natural disasters.

With the evolution of history, the natural economy gradually transformed into a commodity economy, but its influence is still far-reaching, leaving a unique mark on China's modernization process.