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sticking to the upper cover). Examine the kernels in the germinating box; 

 for example, the kernels in squares Nos. 1, 11 and 20 (see Figure 1) have 

 failed to grow and some of the kernels in squares 2, 3, 4, 9, 12, and 15, 

 have refused to grow or show weak germination. The corresponding ears 

 should be rejected. The ears showing weak germination should be treated 

 the same as worthless ears. 



Fig. 2. Taking Six Kernels From Each Ear 



Fig. 



