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we find so many varieties of different grains. Some of these 

 varieties are giving excellent satisfaction and others are no im- 

 provement on the old varieties. 



There are two ways of placing improved seed on the market 

 that are being successfully operated at the present time. The 

 Canadian Seed Improvement Association, made up of farmers, 

 is selling pure and guaranteed seed. This association is very 

 similar to our own association, but a little farther advanced 

 perhaps. 



The other way is that of the association in Wisconsin, made 

 up of graduates of the Agricultural College. This association is 

 similar to the Maine Agricultural Students' Association, but 

 older and more thoroughly organized. This Wisconsin Associa- 

 tion is doing excellent work, as well as the Canadian Association. 

 We, however, are more fortunate than either Wisconsin or 

 Canada, for we have both these associations. 



The Maine Seed Improvement Association has started this 

 year with an inspection and inventory of the best seed and at 

 the present time considerable excellent seed of all reliable varie- 

 ties can be obtained by applying to the State Department of 

 Agriculture. 



The amount of seed is not as large as was hoped for, because 

 no work was done until a large part of the planting was done, 

 but next year will see a great increase in the amount of seed 

 for sale. 



In conclusion, use the best seed obtainable; be sure that no 

 disease is present and that it is true to name. Get seed that 

 is adapted to the locality in which it is to be grown, and be 

 careful in the selection of seed for the succeeding crop. With 

 these points continually in mind, the Maine Seed Improvement 

 Association will be the one great factor in increasing the yieM 

 of Maine crops and profits, as well as placing improved seed 

 on the market. 



