94 THE POTATO 



present so that the ridging may temporarily prove 

 a benefit by enabling the soil to become warm. In 

 the case of late planting all the moisture should be 

 conserved, and this is best done by leveling the 

 ridges. 



"Harrowing the soil before the plants appear 

 above ground, followed by from six to seven culti- 

 vations during the season, is recommended." 



Thoroughness and care are qualities that must 

 be given attention in seed-bed preparation and 

 seeding, for with these operations well done the 

 crop is well on its way toward success. 



