Discover Marshall Aid Artifacts in Turkey’s Museums
On June 5, 1947, U.S. Secretary of State George C. Marshall announced the Marshall Plan at Harvard University, a aid program aimed at revitalizing Europe’s economy. As part of this assistance, Turkey received a tracked tractor.
After being utilized at the Nazilli Cotton Research Institute, this tracked tractor was deemed irreparable and placed in a museum. Now, after 84 years, the tractor is showcased to tell the story of Turkish agriculture’s past as a symbol of the Marshall aid.
Mehmet Kalkınç, an agricultural engineer at Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Agriculture, stated that the tractor arrived in Turkey in 1951 and was in operation for many years. He explained that the tractor’s operational principle involved heating with gas and then continuing to work with diesel fuel, highlighting its significant role in the Turkish agricultural sector.
Source: Tarım Haberleri
John Peterson graduated with a degree in Agricultural Sciences from Wageningen University in the Netherlands. His specialization is in sustainable crop production and soil health management. John is passionate about integrating modern technology with traditional farming methods to enhance productivity while preserving the environment. He currently works as a consultant, helping farmers adopt sustainable practices.