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has a large proportion of leaf and is very succulent. 

 Cows never refuse Indian corn when cut green, and 

 relish it particularly at the stage when the ears are 

 developing. 



Cowpeas and soy beans. — These crops possess 

 many desirable characteristics as forage and are 

 very valuable for midsummer feeding. They stand 

 the drought well and will thrive on light, poor soil if 



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an abundance of mineral elements are provided. 

 They also remain in condition for feeding for a 

 longer time than most crops. Either of these crops 

 may follow peas_and oats to good advantage. Aside 

 from forage, they are excellent for green manuring. 

 As to varieties of cowpeas, the Red Ripper is one 

 of the best late varieties and the Southdown Black 



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