104 CORN 



heavy clay soils they make good corn land. The soil 

 should be compact enough, however, and should contain 

 enough vegetable matter to hold a good supply of moisture; 

 for, on account of its rapid growth, corn needs much 

 moisture during its growing period. On account of its 

 many and strong roots, corn can make good use of coarse 

 foods. It is, therefore, known as a ''coarse feeder." 



FIG. 57. Good com land. The soil pulverizes readily under the harrow. 



Fall plowing is usually best for corn. The soil should be 

 well worked in the spring and made free from weeds. 

 Harrowing and disking at this time tend to warm the soil, 

 prevent evaporation, and destroy many weeds. Manure 

 can profitably be spread on the plowed land at this time, 

 and disked into the soil. 



Good Seed Corn. In order to grow a large crop of corn, 

 the farmer must have good seed with a high yielding record. 

 Good seed must have strong vitality. This means that it 

 will not only grow, but will produce healthy and vigorous 

 plants. It must be picked early in the fall. Every good 



