Dust is Dying, The (1961)

The film narrates the struggles faced by farmers and ranchers on the Great Plains during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, highlighting their battle against drought and dust storms. It details the government's response through the Great Plains conservation program established in 1956, which aimed to implement sustainable agricultural practices to combat soil erosion and promote effective water management. Farmers like Art Pember and Don Hall adopt innovative conservation techniques, including planting windbreaks and managing grazing, to protect their land and prepare for future droughts. The narrative emphasizes the importance of community resilience and scientific support in overcoming environmental challenges. Keywords Dust Bowl, Great Plains, drought, conservation program, agriculture, soil erosion, windbreaks, sustainable farming, community resilience, water management Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.