In search of a better wheat

Jul 6, 2023
Jul 6, 2023

Wheat breeder — The image taken in 1962, carries the caption “John Overby Wheat Breeding Plots. Ralph Sorenson, left, Spink County Agent, John Overby, right, Spink County Farmer and Wheat Breeder.”
Photo courtesy of the South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, 1981:082:0009C

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John Overby (1881-1970) was a farmer, plant breeder and inventor. He is known for the creation of Marvel and Spinkota wheats. John was interested in working with plants since he was a young man. He was interested in the differences within varieties and the making of new kinds.

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