Grasshoppers swarmed in 1870s, leaving Minnesota farmers destitute
The grasshopper plague devastated the state for four years, gobbling up a half-million acres of wheat, corn, oats and barley.
Source: startribune.com
Stay updated with breaking news from Ed Gillam. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
The grasshopper plague devastated the state for four years, gobbling up a half-million acres of wheat, corn, oats and barley.