| Abstract: |
This paper presents archaeobotanical research and analysis from Prehistoric Mainland Southeast Asia in order to understand the development of cereal agriculture in the region. It draws where possible on other disciplines to confirm and strengthen hypotheses. There is enough complementary evidence from archaeobotanical, genetic, morphometric and carbon isotope studies to explore issues on agriculture in Southeast Asia. As a result, we can have a better understanding of the key components that characterise early agricultural development in SEA, particularly the subspecies of rice introduced and cultivation systems practiced. This discussion will be enriched in the future with more studies on plant remains and through a continuation in the discourse between other disciplines and studies from neighbouring regions.
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