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PULSE, CROPS, &c. 



THESE are so called, because they are sup- 

 posed to be gathered by pulling, not by mow- 

 ing or reaping; but, considered as farming 

 produce, the meaning does not, in that respect, 

 apply. 



The chief pulse crops are peas and beans. 

 These grow in pods. 



Of PEAS we have many varieties, both early 

 and late. They are extensively cultivated for 

 the table, and are considered a rich and not 

 unhealthful food. In the state of Vermont and 

 In some of the western states, great quantities 

 are raised as food for horses and swine. They 



