Iowa native Borlaug reshaped global farming and hunger
Norman Borlaug, 95, died in Dallas from cancer complications. He pioneered high yield wheat and led the green revolution, credited with saving up to one billion lives by boosting world food production and transforming agriculture worldwide. His work earned him the Nobel Peace Prize and global recognition as a humanitarian.
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The greatest Iowan ever by Anna Lothson
Norman Borlaug, born in Cresco and rooted in Iowa, is hailed as arguably the greatest Iowan ever. Kenneth Quinn of the World Food Prize Foundation notes his global impact and lasting inspiration for future generations. Borlaug’s work as the father of the green revolution saved up to 1 billion lives by boosting food production.
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Inside Borlaug an Iowa Hall of Fame wrestler
A profile highlights Borlaug's career as an Iowa Hall of Fame wrestler and his numerous lifetime honors, detailing achievements, recognitions, and the lasting impact of his legacy in Iowa athletics.
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City government candidates for C R council face flood-era fatigue
Cedar Rapids at large council member Pat Shey recalls 2005 when 40 people ran for the new nine member part time council. As of now five have filed nom petitions and seven others have announced intent to file. Nomination papers due Thursday at 5 p.m. The 2008 flood reshaped interest and time commitments for candidates.
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