The Han Dynasty's Iron Plow: How Zhao Guo Revolutionized Agriculture
In this episode of The Han Dynasty: China's First Golden Age, Lucas and Luna explore the agricultural revolution sparked by Zhao Guo's invention of the three-share plow during Emperor Wu's reign. They discuss how this iron plow, pulled by oxen, dramatically increased grain yields and fueled population growth, enabling Han expansion. The conversation covers the role of the state in promoting technology, the Yantie Lun debates over monopoly on iron, and the long-term impact on Chinese farming practices. Specific details include the plow's design (三犁共一牛), its adoption across the empire, and the social changes it triggered, including land concentration and peasant displacement. Lucas also contrasts Han innovations with later medieval European plows, highlighting the enduring influence of Han agricultural methods.
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