90 



Folger's variety. 

 [Average samples.] 



MEAN VALUE OF SEED SELECTIONS. 

 [Total number of single canes analyzed, 5,479.] 



PLANTER'S FRIEND. 





This variety was received from Australia in 1888. It produces hand- 

 some canes, not extra size. It is usually a late-ripening cane, matur- 

 ing earlier this season than in previous years. Usually its last analysis 

 before frost shows its highest percentage of sugar. It is believed this 

 variety may be improved by selection until its general average gives 

 15 per cent. It was improved in 1889, by a single selection, from an 

 average of 12.15 per cent to a general average of 14.49 per cent for the 

 three years 1889, '90, and '91. Six lots were planted, one containing 1 

 acre. 



Planters Frienci. 

 [Average samples.] 



MEAN VALUE OF SEED SELECTIONS. 

 [Total number of single canes analyzed, 1,325.] 



