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lection of seed corn are treated in the lessons for 

 March, but if desired may be taken up in the schools 

 at this time ; in which case it would be advisable to re- 

 peat them in the spring. 



Practical Exercises 

 1. Observational Study of Stalks of Corn 



Bring a half dozen stalks of corn into the school- 

 room. Let each stalk have its roots, leaves, ears and all 



FIG. 17. REID'S YELLOW DENT 



complete. Make notes of your observations of each 

 stalk on the following points: 



1. Leaf growth. 



2. Size and vigor of stalk. 



3. Brace roots. 



