Glossary of Tractor-related Terms Not Explained Elsewhere
| Term | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Nebraska tractor tests | Tests, mandated by a Nebraska law and administered by the University of Nebraska, that objectively tested the performance of all brands sold in that state. In the 1920s and 1930s, an era of snake oil sales and advertising tactics, the Nebraska tests helped farmers throughout North America to see through marketing claims and make informed buying decisions. The tests continue today, making sure the snake oil, which has mostly been vanquished, stays that way. |
| Tractor war(s) great tractor war(s) |
were a period of ruinous competition and price warring between tractor manufacturers in the 1920s, which led to a consolidation in the industry. |
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