America 250: The Story of the American Farmer
America’s 250th birthday honors the farmers who have fueled the nation’s growth and food security since its founding. Century farms stand as a living testament to this legacy, celebrating families who have stewarded the land for generations. Agriculture remains the heartbeat of the American story, bridging ancestral heritage with the innovative spirit of today’s producers.
From 1776 homesteads to the modern dairy of 2026, discover how 250 years of American dairy innovation have transformed the family farm into a global leader in nutrition.
A true family affair, the Rathjens combine agronomy, management and teamwork into a winning formula that pushes seeds to their biological limits and delivers record-breaking yields.
Old barn wood, new purpose. Ron Skaggs hand-builds custom coffins designed to reflect the life inside, not just mark the end.
In Becker, Minn., a 20,000-square-foot apple orchard honors fallen Iraq and Afghanistan service members, displaying thousands of dog tags, organized by state, each telling a story.
Political perspectives are confined to 2- or 4-year election cycles, but these farmers show that farmers think in generations.
In a bizarre case of eminent domain seizure, a NJ farm owner has gained major USDA support.
In June 2025, Ben McGhee uncovered an amazing treasure untouched for over 2,000 years.
Welcome to a bizarre tale of assassins, eunuchs, lunatics, and mass death, all threaded to American agriculture.