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No. 3 are less than half the size of those from No. 2 they would be dropped 

 much more rapidly if an average sized plate were used. Ear 3 has 980 

 kernels; ear 2, 540; ear 1, 840. If kernels of this type are to be planted thCy 

 must be shelled separately and suitable planter plates used for each. 



Fig. 7. 



good shapes of ears. 



Fig. 7 illustrates good forms of ears. These ears are well propor- 

 tioned. Their butts and tips are good. The rows are straight and the 

 kernels uniform. The ears are full in the middle parts, showing strength, 

 constitution, and good breeding. It is very essential that an ear show 

 fullness in the middle portion, as this is the place where the greatest quan- 

 tity as well as the best quality of corn will be found. Ears 1 and 2 would 

 plant well together. Ears 3 and 1 are slightly better in shape than 2 and 4. 



