Farming is farming: the small farm in America

Duration: 50

Year Published: 1976

Creator: Ram Films

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: Investigates the demise of the small, family-run farm in the United States through interviews with farmers, agricultural experts, government officials, and representatives from public interest groups. Shows how greater efficiency, increased technology, and high production costs have led to the huge farming operations that are successful today, while emphasizing the traditions, values, and lifestyle of the small farmer.