One of the most iconic parts of that history is the big, red barn. Even today, a red barn is a symbol closely associated with farms. While the big, red barn is a staple in agriculture, it’s not all about the barn itself. Meanwhile, working barns today are often steel or pole-built, designed for efficiency rather than aesthetics. Even though barns might not look the way they used to, the big red barns will forever have an impact on American agriculture.