92 MUCK CROPS 



In some cases, less fertilizer is necessary, in 

 particular if following a crop that has been 

 fertilized with a ton to a ton and a half of a 

 high grade complete fertilizer. Probably 

 500 to 750 pounds of the above applied to the 

 cabbage would be sufficient. 



Broadcasting the fertilizer by hand or 

 machine and harrowing in seems to be the 

 best method of application. The supple- 

 mentary applications may be given after the 

 plants have become established and again at 

 the time of heading. 



Care During Season. As soon as the 

 plants are set and show from their erect posi- 

 tion that they have "taken hold," cultivation 

 can begin. Frequent cultivation as late as 

 possible should be given throughout the 

 planting season. 



Insects. The aphis or louse is very both- 

 ersome some years. Heavy rains tend to 

 check the pest somewhat. Applications of 

 nicotine sulphate if sprayed on the cabbage, 

 will undoubtedly kill large numbers of these 

 insects. Have a fine sprayer equipped to 

 throw the spray out under 100 pounds' pres- 

 sure. Repeat applications several times, 

 because once over will not hit all and they 

 must be hit to be killed. 



