Norman Borlaug

Founder of the Green Revolution 🍀🌿

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

The Green Revolution has helped 3rd world countries develop their agriculture system and feed their population. It has worked tremendously!

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

I have a feeling I shall be judged tommorow. Very strange. Perhaps my age is taking it's toll on me me, haha! Well, off to an important season in agriculture.

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

Beautiful #SuperWormMoon last night! Stunning. Did you know it's named so because at the Spring Equinox, earthworms start to emerge from the thawing winter ground? What an amazing start to another season.

[Green America @GreenAmerica]

Calyxt, a Minnesota-based company is producing cooking oil made from gene-edited soybeans. Calyxt argues that their "gene-edited" products are different from #GMO foods. https://t.co/ZscqJon0Zg Via @CTVNews

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

👌https://t.co/ZhMInM1MVz

[Farmers.gov @FarmersGov]

If your operation is impacted by a natural disaster, we’re here to help. Visit https://t.co/HSPlQ9Umbc for resources that support you and your working land.

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

#Throwbacktuesday to my Spartan life at the University of Minnesota and the Cresco team experience. Used to be quite the wrestler... 💪

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

Many people ask how I am living to be 105. The answer is food. Food that sufficiently supplies and supports the bones and muscles of our bring. One day, the dedicated farmers of the world will bring this notion to all that are in need. #Agriculture makes the world go round.

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

It is a mass trend today that GMO's are labeled as "frankenfoods" and supposedly can cause unwanted side effects when consumed. However, they are very heavily tested for safety and are flexible to the ever unpredictable climate that dictates agriculture. Do your research! #GMOftw

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

A week from now marks my 105th birthday. Amazed to see what my and other passionate farmers' hard work has achieved since a century ago. #HappyMonday #goodmorning

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

Before my creation of a new wheat seed at Campo Atizapan, usage of chemical fertilizers would cause the previously taller wheat to break under pressure. This key issue was fixed in my "dwarf" strain, very much enabling the Green Revolution to prosper in developing countries. #fyi

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

Back in 1965, my team and I planted the Rojo 64 and Sonora 64 varieties in South Asia. This contributed to the highest crop yields ever produced in the region.

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

Due to the high- yeilding varieties of wheat introduced to Mexico, India, and Pakistan, food security has greatly increased. This is how the Green Revolution benefits food security!

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

Agriculture is essential to everyday life. Today we honor the men and women who feed, fuel & clothe the U.S. and the world #NationalAgDay #AgDay19

[Norman Borlaug @bourlaug]

It's been 49 years since I have been awarded the Nobel Prize in 1970 for my research and creation of the semi-dwarf wheat seed, which has helped save millions of starving people. I am glad to hold this honor.

[National Agricultural Statistics Service @usda_nass]

March 8 deadline to respond to the #Irrigation & Water Mgmt Survey! Collected once every 5 yrs as a Census of Ag Special Study, these data will aid efforts to develop & promote efficient irrigation practices. Please respond online, by mail or phone today. #Agriculture #AgStats

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

Follow us on Instagram as we share your stories & our programs that support American agriculture https://t.co/3q7jnYTv1q

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

Nearly 1 million women are working America’s lands - that is nearly a third of our nation’s farmers. Together, these women are generating $12.9 billion in annual agricultural sales! https://t.co/fIjNZKXdiE
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInAg

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

On this #EmployeeAppreciationDay we say thank you to our nearly 100,000 employees who work tirelessly every day to serve the American people

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

Farmers markets provide access to healthy foods produced locally & regionally - find one in your community today https://t.co/Rz5yk77Vdx #NationalNutritionMonth #MondayMotivation

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

When will U.S. farmers actually get the federal OK & guidance to plant hemp? Have a listen https://t.co/vL1nhXHWH1 #hemp #agriculture #FarmBill