Archival Anecdotes: Seeds of Change

It's the time of year again when the farmers start itching to get out to the fields. These days the crop of choice can range from corn and soybeans to sunflower and alfalfa. But in the early days of farming, the folks of Eddy County often chose to plant wheat. Spring wheat, in particular, was not only highly valued and sought after, but could be easily transported to be milled and sent on to marke...