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Seed corn gospel trains and farm uplift in Iowa
In 1901 Professor Holden led a campaign in Iowa promoting tested seed corn and scientific farming. He toured towns aboard special seed corn gospel trains, arguing that selecting quality kernels and applying heredity could raise yields, profits, and land valuations.
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Iowa
Iowa College
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Middle West
Agricultural Colleges
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Des Moines
Professor Holden