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crimson clover. This disadvantage for a cover crop to 

 precede cotton more than counteracts the larger yield of 

 the white trifolium. 



Early crimson clover was several days earlier than any 

 other variety, which is a decided advantage in a winter 

 cover crop, since it permits earlier preparation for the 

 cotton or other summer crop. 



YIELDS. 



After the first year, — that is, after crimson clover has 

 become thoroughly inoculated by using suitable soil the 

 first year of its growth, — it is safe to count on at least one 

 and one-fourth tons of hay per acre. Under favorable con- 

 ditions the yield of hay should be nearly two tons per acre. 

 Tn onlv two experiments at Auburn has the yield approach- 



FiG. 3. On the right, a mixture of crimson clover and Blue 

 Stem wlveat; on the left, a mixture of crimson clover and Red 

 Rust Proof Oats; all ready for mowing. 



