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Video Parts (6)

This clip is Reel 1, Part 5 of a 6-part film. Watch from the beginning

FOR YEARS TO COME Reel 1 · Part 5

Description

On the work of the Soil Conservation Service in York County, Pennsylvania. Shows the work performed by a farmer and his family during an entire year. Illustrates the advantages of contour plowing for soil conservation and increased production. Shows several scenes of farm animals and farm activities such as making butter, picking cherries and peaches, and harvesting several crops. Also shows how farm contour lines are laid out and how contour plowing is done.

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Collection

Records of the Extension Service

Series

Motion Picture Films

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Date
1944-01-01
File
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TRT
3:35