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AGRICULTURE IN ILLINOIS

Agriculture In Illinois   Paul Shuman

Paul Shuman Paul followed the footsteps of his father, Charles, who was the President of the Illinois Farm Bureau. He discusses mechanization, genetics, the shift of natural to chemical fertilizers, the importance of management and marketing skills, as well as various debates in agriculture and government.

> Abstract PDF

> Interview 1 (Video)
Growing up the son of President of Farm Bureau

> Interview 2 (Video)
Discussion of contemporary issues in agriculture

> Interview 1 (Audio)
Growing up the son of President of Farm Bureau

> Interview 2 (Audio)
Discussion of contemporary issues in agriculture

> Transcript PDF

> Photos

Related Materials: See also the Illinois State Museum's A-V Barn.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


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