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Undefeated Food Preservation

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Source: thoughtco.com

Mesopotamian societies developed various methods to preserve food long-term. They smoked meats, dried fruits, and created fermented beverages using carefully controlled processes. Salt trading became a crucial industry as people recognized its preservation properties. They built specialized storage facilities with ventilation systems to maintain proper temperature and humidity levels, ensuring food stayed edible for months.

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