PROJECT 1 (Continued) 

 CARE AND HARVESTING RECORD 



What is the exact size of the plot ? 



Explain what was done in the way of preparing the ground for the corn crop. 



When and how did you give your ground its first cultivation after seed was planted ? 



How many times did you cultivate the ground after planting ? 



Just what kinds of tools did you use in cultivating your plot ? 



When and how was the crop laid by ? 



Give date and method of harvesting the crop. 



Explain how the grain was weighed or measured to determine the yield. 



COST, YIELD, AND PROFIT FOR THE YEAR 



Note. In making up cost of your plot, figure rent at 5 per cent on the value of your plot as farm land ; your time 

 at 10 cents per hour (your father's time or hired help at 20 cents per hour) ; each horse at ie cents per hour ; barnyard 

 manure at 50 cents per load (approximately one ton) whether applied this year or last ; commercial fertilizers, at actual 

 cost to you. 



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