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2. Definite knowledge of the yielding powers of each ear is as- 

 certained. 



3. Systematic mating is established, whereby the most desirable 

 characteristics of two ears can be combined and intensified. 

 The sire is known. 



DETASSELING CORN. 

 Pull out the tassel; do not cut it. 



How to Detassel. Tasseling time usually comes during the har- 

 vest season. The farmer has plenty of work on hand. But just then 

 the most important step in the process of advancement in corn breed- 

 ing must be made. Every day for from seven to ten days new tassels 

 will appear. Detasseling is a process which requires time and pa- 



