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Sanborn Field and Soil Erosion Plots

Columbia, Missouri • Boone County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

Sanborn Field, established in 1888, is one of the oldest experimental agricultural fields in the United States. It features a series of historically maintained plots used for long-term soil fertility and crop rotation research.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
5
Listed Date
10/15/1966
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Science; Agriculture
Periods of Significance
1875 Ad - 1899 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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