“Tractor Wars II, the latest installment in Iowa PBS’s Tractor Wars series, explores the tractor industry from 1929 to 1959, focusing on the shift towards making mechanized farming a part of everyday rural life. The documentary delves into how manufacturers competed for market dominance by improving tractor designs and adapting to economic challenges like the Great Depression and World War II. The move from animal power to tractors was driven by efficiency and economics, leading to a horsepower race as farmers sought to increase their acreage. Tractor Wars II premieres on March 2 at 7 p.m. and will be available for streaming on various platforms.”