Domestication is the process of humans raising and breeding animals or plants. This process has taken place over thousands of years. It is part of agriculture and human societies.

Animals such as dogs, cattle, and chickens have been domesticated for companionship or food. Crops like wheat, rice, and maize have also been developed through domestication. These practices are found in farming systems around the world.

Domestication is part of human development. It is studied in history, agriculture, and biology.