Western Research and Demonstration Farm
Author: Mark S. Honeyman (Iowa State University)
In the spring of 1944, representatives of three western Iowa counties – Harrison, Monona, and Woodbury – first gathered to discuss the development of an experimental farm for western Iowa. A site was needed to encourage agricultural research on the erodible loess soils in the hilly three-county area. Records indicate that even before this time, in 1942, Monona County officials had expressed interest in research and had in fact, invited representatives of Iowa State College to visit the county and assist in improving grass production in the area.
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How to Cite: Honeyman, M. S. (2021) “Western Research Farm: A Brief History of 75 Years”, Iowa State University Research and Demonstration Farms Progress Reports. 2020(1).