Not PD - L. L. Olds Seed Co. 1925 Catalog Cover

Not PD - L. L. Olds Seed Co. 1925 Catalog Cover

Minnesota's Own

Alfalfa was an important forage crop, not an impulsive purchase by farmers. Seed companies did not use beautiful images of alfalfa plants to entice farmers, but instead swayed the customer with text about hardiness, yield, and adaptability to their area.

L. L. Olds Seed Co.

1925

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