…College—a school designed to bring practical, research-based education to a rapidly changing nation. A National Law That Reshaped American Education The Morrill Act of 1862 provided federal land to states…
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…Growers and farm suppliers are encouraged to engage with legislators and county supervisors. Joining industry organizations strengthens collective influence: Western Tree Nut Association (WTNA): wtna.org California Cotton Ginners and Growers…
How Iowa State University Began: The 1856 Origins of America’s First Agricultural College
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Land-Grant Universities: History & Native American Colleges
…added as recently as 1994, reflecting an ongoing national effort to broaden educational access and serve historically underserved communities. A major focus of this expansion was the inclusion of tribal…
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…fruits and vegetables consumed in the United States, making the state’s labor and regulatory policies crucial for national food supply. Little emphasizes the importance of ensuring there are enough skilled…
Kansas State: America’s First Land-Grant University
…the American Civil War, a time when national conflict threatened the stability of institutions across the country. Yet Kansas leaders pressed forward, committed to building a university that would serve…
Land O’Lakes: Minnesota Creameries to Iconic Butter Brand
…its beginnings with 320 Minnesota creameries to a recognizable national brand, its story remains a cornerstone of American agricultural history. Land O’Lakes: Minnesota Creameries to Iconic Butter Brand Sponsored Content…
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…For decades, nearly one-third of the U.S. population lived and worked on farms, producing the food and raw materials that drove national economic expansion. Farmland Value Skyrockets Economic growth paralleled…
Women Farmers of the Civil War
…of those Civil War–era women remains visible across the agricultural landscape. Women now lead national farm organizations, play prominent roles within the USDA, and manage farms—often assuming leadership when a…