Events with tag - Farming

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Rise of Mississippian Culture

The Mississippian culture emerged as one of North America's most significant prehistoric civilizations in 800 CE, establishing complex agricultural communities and impressive earthen mounds along the Mississippi River valley.

January 1, 1831

McCormick Reaper Invention

Cyrus McCormick invented the mechanical reaper in 1831, revolutionizing agriculture by significantly reducing manual labor in grain harvesting. This groundbreaking invention increased farming efficiency by 400% and laid the foundation for modern agricultural machinery.

March 1, 1917

Victory Gardens in World Wars

Victory Gardens were a nationwide program launched in 1917 that transformed millions of American backyards into productive food sources during World Wars I and II, eventually producing 40% of America's vegetables by 1944.

May 14, 1928

World Farmers Day

The inaugural World Farmers Day was established in Geneva, Switzerland, by the International Labour Organization (ILO) to recognize and celebrate the vital role of farmers in global food security and economic development.

January 1, 1930

The Dust Bowl Crisis

The Dust Bowl was a devastating environmental disaster that struck the Great Plains of North America in the 1930s, resulting from severe drought conditions and poor farming practices. It led to massive soil erosion, agricultural collapse, and the displacement of millions of people.

September 1, 1937

Farm Security Administration Establishment

The Farm Security Administration (FSA) was created through Executive Order 7530 to replace the Resettlement Administration, focusing on combating rural poverty and supporting struggling farmers during the Great Depression.