possible. The individual kernels on each ear should also be uniform. Deduct 

 one-eighth to one-half point for each ear with kernels differing from the pre- 

 vailing type. 



(c) Space Between Rows. Large open spaces between rows either at the 

 crowns or the tips of the kernels, or between kernels in the same row, are 

 objectionable. There should be only sufficient space to permit satisfactory 

 drying of the ears. Deduct one-eighth to one-half point for each ear not 

 showing proper spacing. 



(d) Size and Condition of Germs. The germ should be long, wide, and 

 thick. Cut through the kernels from tip to crown parallel to the edges to get 

 an idea of the thickness of the germs. The germs should be smooth and bright, 

 not shriveled, blistered, shrunken, mouldy, or discolored. The embryos 

 proper should show a fresh, oily, and live appearance, and be a yellowish white 

 in color. Deduct one-eighth to one point for each ear showing deficient germs. 



SIZE OF COBS. Size of cobs will vary with the variety and the locality 

 in which the corn is grown. Large cobs are objectionable because they indicate 

 late maturity, slow drying and reduction in the proportion of shell corn to the 

 cob. Small cobs are undesirable, being associated with low yield. The cob 

 should be of a medium size. 



EXERCISE No. 10 

 JUDGING CONTEST 



Object: To become familiar with different samples of 

 corn, so as to be able to select the best samples. 



Material: As many ten-ear samples as can be conven- 

 iently placed on the judging table. These samples should 

 be placed first, second, third, etc. Be able to give reasons 

 for placing them as you do. 



Conclusion: A written statement giving the reasons 

 why they are so placed. 



Select ears for the following points. Make such observa- 

 tions as will enable you to give actual score on the points 

 enumerated. 



