Dr. Norman Borlaug
The Man Who Fed the World
Timeline of Achievements
- 1914 (March): Born in Cresco, Iowa.
- 1921–1933: Worked on his family’s farm; later applied to the University of Minnesota’s “National Youth Administration.”
- 1935: Paused studies to work and avoid debt, joining the Civilian Conservation Corps as a leader.
- 1937: Graduated and began working for the U.S. Forestry Service.
- 1940: Earned a Master’s, then a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology and Genetics.
- 1944 – Began research in Mexico.
- 1970 – Awarded Nobel Peace Prize.
- 2009: Passed away, leaving a lasting legacy.
Impact & Legacy
Borlaug's work in high-yield crops led to the Green Revolution, saving millions from famine worldwide.