Farmers recreate 1960s for Pickin’ and Plowin’ Day

Kristin Danley-Greiner
Nov 21, 2024
Nov 21, 2024

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Guests at the Struthers farm located outside Collins, Iowa, get to take a step back in time each fall for the annual Pickin’ and Plowin’ Day.

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tractor and plow — Photo courtesy Dave Struthers

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old fashioned plow — Photo courtesy Dave Struthers

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