Corn Quote by David F. Houston
“Corn is the leading food and feed crop of the United States in geographic range of production, acreage, and quantity of product. The vital importance of a large acreage of this crop, properly cared for, therefore, is obvious.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Agricultural Statistics of the United States, 1905
Houston highlights corn's dominance in U.S. agriculture, stressing its extensive cultivation and essential role in food and feed, implying its strategic importance for national food security.
In simple terms: Corn is the most important U.S. crop.
Prioritize sustainable corn production.
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Type
When to use this quote
- farm management
- policy planning
- educational curricula
- market analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives can diversify food sources?
- How to improve corn yields responsibly?
Overreliance on a single crop can risk biodiversity.