Landscapes of Production: Recent Research on the Archaeology of Field and Irrigation Systems

Archaeologists examine agricultural landscapes to address a range of questions on ancient ecologies and economies. At the same time, understanding the creation, management, expansion, intensification, and abandonment of field and irrigation systems can be hampered by problems of visibility, preservation, and chronology. This session highlights recent research in the archaeology of agricultural landscapes from areas around the world, and includes novel theoretical and methodological approaches as well as syntheses of long-term, interdisciplinary projects. The session brings together researchers with different study areas, training, and perspectives to share ideas and information and inspire new directions in research.