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enconragiug, uiid afford an example of an opportunity where— by 

 extending the work— there appears to be a great possibility (if not 

 probability) of science assisting the industry and increasing production. 

 Work of this nature requires such patience, perseverance, keen observa- 

 tion, and attention to detail, lio^dos entailing a large amount of work, 



Plate No. III. 

 Fig. 1. Commercial Seed Flax. Fi.-. 2. Northern Linseed. Fio-. 

 Fig. 4. Whu- Blossom. 



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that it IS quite outside the scope of the average grower with the respon- 

 sibility of making a commercial success of his farm; but it is hoped 

 that the experiments at the Research Farm during the coming season 

 will provide data that will be a guide to present and prospective growers. 



