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protecting seedbeds from insects injuries, and should be used 

 whether insects are seen or not. 



5. Where poisou baits and Bordeaux do not protect tlie 

 seedbeds againts insects, we recommend a spray of arsenate 

 oflead. Paris green may be used, but it is more Hable to 

 injure the plants. 



(>. The making of tobaeo seedbeds to succeed under all 

 conditions is one of the hardest agricultural problems in 

 Cuba, but we believe it is possible for every farmer to grow 

 his own plants on his own fann by means of soil sterilizing 

 with hot water, irrigation. Bordeaux mixture, poisou baits, 

 and l^ad arsenate. 



