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E.S. (Edgar Sharp) McFadden Papers

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Title

E.S. (Edgar Sharp) McFadden Papers

Identifier

MA 53

Creator

McFadden, E. S. (Edgar Sharp), 1891-1956

Dates

1914-2014

Extent

3.78 linear feet (nine document cases)

Abstract

Edgar Sharp McFadden (1891-1956) South Dakotan and graduate of South Dakota State University who developed rust resistant varieties of wheat that lead to saving the lives of millions of people from starvation. He was in the United States Army during World War I and spent most of his career working for the United States Department of Agriculture and the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station. The collection consists of materials relating to his work with research and production of small grains such as wheat, oats, and flax, and in particular the development of Hope Wheat. In addition, the collection contains biographical information about McFadden and his writings and speeches.

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