The significant development in agriculture that led to the growth of civilizations was the Agricultural Revolution, also known as the Neolithic Revolution. This transition, occurring around 10,000 BCE, involved the shift from nomadic hunter-gatherer lifestyles to settled farming communities. People began to domesticate plants and animals, which allowed for a more stable food supply. As agricultural practices improved and more food became available, populations grew, leading to the establishment of permanent settlements, the rise of complex societies, and eventually the development of cities, government, and trade networks.