JUDGING CORN EARS 49 



detail. A brief explanation of the score-card points will be 

 found in the following discussion: 



Discussion: The points on the score card are explained, 

 as follows: 



1. Shape of Ear. A good ear should be nearly cylindrical. 

 This will permit of an equal number of rows the entire 

 length of the ear and will insure grains of uniform size. 



Fici. 19. — Diagram Showing Desirable Kernel Shapes. The Tlircc nt 

 the Bottom of the Circle and the Four to the Right are Ideal. 

 (Adapted from Lyon and Montgomery.) 



Uniformity in size of grain is important because the planter 

 will give a more uniform drop. 



2. I'urihj of Color in Grain and Cob. A uniform color of 

 grain indicates a pure variety. Yellow corn should have 

 a red cob and white corn a white cob. 



3. Vitality, Maturity and Gemiinatiny Power. Corn that 

 is to be used for seed should have good vitality. The 

 germination box is the only reliable test for vitality. 



