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4. Uniformity in Size and Shape of Kernels. The size and 

 shape of all kernels of each ear and of all kernels on all 

 the ears in a sample should conform to the variety type 

 and be uniform throughout the sample. This will insure 

 more even stand in planting. 



5. Purity of Color of Grain. In color, the kernels should be 

 free from mixture and also true to the variety which they 

 represent. 



6. Straightness of Rows. The rows of kernels should run 

 straight from butt to tip ; any twisting of the rows around 

 the ear is objectionable. 



7. Arrangement of Rows. This depends upon the variety. 

 For example, Reid's Yellow Dent is distinctly paired, 

 while Golden Eagle is arranged in single rows. 



8. Form and Filling of Tips. A tip well filled with uniforn; 

 kernels indicates proper development of the ear and a 

 relatively high proportion of corn to cob. It should con- 

 form to the variety. The kernels should keep their shape 

 and size well out toward the tip of the ear. This is strong 

 evidence of good breeding. 



9. Form and Filling of Butts. A butt well filled with uni- 

 form kernels indicates more complete development of the 

 ear. Variety type should be considered. 



TYPES OF KERNELS 



