Papers, 1927-1977 (bulk 1927-1967).

United States. Department of Agriculture

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The United States Department of Agriculture was established in 1862 by President Abraham Lincoln and was elevated to a Cabinet level organization by President Grover Cleveland in 1889. The Department of Agriculture assists farmers and producers of food as well as creating policies and programs related to food distribution and nutrition information. The United States Department of Agriculture controls a number of regional offices through out the continential United States and its territories....

Wallace, Henry A. (Henry Agard), 1888-1965

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Henry Agard Wallace (October 7, 1888 – November 18, 1965) was an American politician, journalist, and farmer who served as the 11th U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, the 33rd vice president of the United States, and the 10th U.S. Secretary of Commerce. He was also the presidential nominee of the left-wing Progressive Party in the 1948 election. The oldest son of Henry C. Wallace, who served as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture from 1921 to 1924, Henry A. Wallace was born in Adair County, Iowa in...

Landgren, William.

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National Council of Commercial Plant Breeders (U.S.)

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Quinby, J. Roy (John Roy), 1902-

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Woods, Robert J.

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Iowa State University

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On March 22, 1948, Iowa State College (University) sponsored a 90th anniversary celebration in honor of the founding of the college, which occurred on the same date in 1858 when the charter act establishing a state agricultural college became law. The celebration included a symposium, luncheon, departmental open houses, and a dinner. From the description of 90th anniversary collection, 1947-1948. (Iowa State University). WorldCat record id: 54799482 In 1958, Iowa State Colle...

Baker, Raymond F., 1906-1999.

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Raymond F. Baker (1906-1999 ) graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy in 1935. Seven years earlier, he had joined Pioneer Hi-Bred Corn Company. He headed the company's corn research department for more than 40 years until retirement in 1971. In 1965, he was named Fellow in the American Society of Agronomy and also in the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Furthermore, he has been the Achievement Fund National Chairman since 1974. He ha...

Garst & Thomas Seed Company.

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Lehmann, Fred W., Jr.

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Alfalfa Research Foundation.

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Iowa State Center (Iowa State University)

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Iowa Crop Improvement Association

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In 1902, an organization called the Iowa Corn Growers Association came into existence with the purpose of organizing grain and livestock judging schools in an effort to improve the economic conditions for farmers through better agriculture. In addition, the organization sponsored an annual corn show to better promote better corn production. In 1909, a similar group for small grains, the Iowa Small Grain Growers Association, was formed and hosted an annual small grain show similar to...

American Seed Research Foundation

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Pioneer Hi-Bred Corn Company.

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Troyer, Forest.

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Wallace, James W. (James Wilson), 1896-

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American Seed Trade Association

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One of the oldest organizations in America. American Seed Trade Association was founded in 1883. Its founding members wanted an effective voice of action in all matters concerning the development, marketing and free movement of seeds, associated products, and services throughout the world with a minimum of regulations affecting its members. From the description of American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) records 1883-1982. (National Agricultural Library). WorldCat record id: 502281369 ...

Hawkins, W. Lincoln, 1911-1992

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W. Lincoln Hawkins (b. March 21, 1911, Washington, D.C.-d. August 20, 1992, San Marcos, CA) was a chemical engineer and the first African-American to join the staff at Bell Labratories. He contributed to the development of a rubber substitute made from petroleum stock. ...

Urban, Nelson.

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Executive with Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. Nelson Urban graduated from Antioch College in 1929 and worked at Pioneer from 1930 to 1970, beginning as sales manager. Urban was the first person hired at Pioneer by its founder, Henry A. Wallace, and he ended his career as executive vice president. From the description of Papers, 1932-1960. (Iowa State University). WorldCat record id: 19417302 ...