Inventors
Importance during 19th Century
Steel Plow: John Deere
Because farming was so important to the economy, it was imperative the farmers be able to produce goods efficiently and effectively. Working faster with lower expenses was a common way to do this. This change in farming tactics helped farmers make more money and improve the economy.
- 1837 In Illinois
- Used in Midwest
Mechanical Reaper: Cyrus McCormick
These inventions were important to agriculture because they improved farming tactics and made the farmers have to exert less time and energy as well as money spent on equiptment. Furthermore, they improved the quality of farms by loosening soil and making it easier to cultivate a mass amount of crops which leads to profit.
How it Works
Steel Plow & Mechanical Reaper
Steel Plow:
- Made after the wood plow because it would break
- Breaks down tough soil
- Made of good steel
Mechanical Reaper:
- Harvests grain efficiently
- Cuts and sweeps grain onto platform
Julia Ryan, Rachel Kleiman & Kirsty Kerr
Agricultural Importance