This captivating vintage postcard offers a unique aerial perspective of the renowned Purina Research Farm located in Gray Summit, Missouri. The vibrant \"C.T. Art-Colortone\" printing technique by Curteich-Chicago brings to life the expansive 738-acre facility, showcasing numerous buildings, meticulously organized agricultural fields, and animal pens spread across the verdant Missouri countryside. The detail captured provides a fascinating glimpse into the operations of what was described as the world\'s largest commercial research farm, dedicated to developing Purina Chows.The reverse side provides insightful text detailing the farm\'s purpose as a practical testing ground for feed formulas, emphasizing its functional rather than show-place nature. This postcard serves as a significant historical artifact, documenting a pivotal agricultural research institution and the advancements in animal nutrition by Purina. It\'s a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of agricultural history, Missouriana, or vintage advertising, highlighting a key era in American farming and corporate innovation.
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