Describes how Western prairie farmers are compared regarding environmental factors and family input. Reviews two short stories depicting prairie farmers. Examines the rise and downfall of each individual and how each one copes through similar situations. Both stories are written by Sinclair Ross, A Field of Wheat and A Lamp at Noon.

Describes the Farmers' Discontent and Justification of Complaints. Explores the history of organized farming in the United States.

Problems with agricultural production will increase and their could be a food shortage as the world's population continues to grow.

Essay describes the aspect of farming in the mid 1800's.