The Date: September 9, 1804 The Event: German Explorer Alexander von Humbolt learns of guano and its uses in agriculture on the coast of Peru. The Story: Guano as one of the first crop nutrient boom and busts, and how that can help us understand where the modern fertilizer industry stands now and what may be ahead. The Guests: Greg Cushman, Professor, Author, and Historian; Sam Taylor, Analyst and Researcher
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The Date: September 9, 1804 The Event: German Explorer Alexander von Humbolt learns of guano and its uses in agriculture on the coast of Peru. The Story: Guano as one of the first crop nutrient boom and busts, and how that can help us understand where the modern fertilizer industry stands now and what may be ahead. The Guests: Greg Cushman, Professor, Author, and Historian; Sam Taylor, Analyst and Researcher
Powell Maps the Colorado River and Sees the Future - August 13, 1869
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Powell Maps the Colorado River and Sees the Future - August 13, 1869
The Date: August 13th, 1869 The Event: John Wesley Powell and his nine man crew reach the foot of the Grand Canyon during their journey down the Colorado river The Story: How Powell's journey shaped the way we understand the potential of the American Southwest and water resources in the region Guests: William deBuys, conservationist and author, and Gregory McNamee, writer and journalist Click here to learn more!
Ag Interrupted
The Date: September 9, 1804 The Event: German Explorer Alexander von Humbolt learns of guano and its uses in agriculture on the coast of Peru. The Story: Guano as one of the first crop nutrient boom and busts, and how that can help us understand where the modern fertilizer industry stands now and what may be ahead. The Guests: Greg Cushman, Professor, Author, and Historian; Sam Taylor, Analyst and Researcher
