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SYSTEMATIC POMOLOGY 



particular variety. In judging Ben Davis, for 

 example, one ought to use a different standard 

 from what he would use for Spitzenberg. A 

 perfect sample of Ben Davis would hold its 

 place in a competition more by its color, form, 

 and soundness, while the best Spitzenberg 

 would be rated at the head of its class for 

 flavor and aroma. 



The following score-cards, used by the 

 Ontario Fruit Growers, do not go quite to the 

 extreme just suggested, but they are a step in 

 the right direction : 



ONTARIO SCORE-CARD FOR APPLES AND PEARS 



