grain elevators

The Origins of Conveyor Grain Elevators in 19th Century America

Dan American Agriculture History Minute, Corn, Field Crops, This Land of Ours, Wheat

Revolutionizing Grain Storage The 19th century was a period of rapid innovation in American agriculture, with one of the most transformative developments being the conveyor-type grain elevator. These mechanical marvels not only increased efficiency but also reshaped trade routes and commercial hubs across the nation. Buffalo, New York: A Strategic Hub Conveyor-type grain elevators can be traced back to Buffalo, …