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til the vines have met in the middles, using for this pur- 

 pose an ordinary sweep. About the time the vines have 

 met in the middle, throw vines back and broadcast 

 about 1,000 pounds per acre good vegetable fertilizer run- 

 ning about 8 per cent, potash, throw the dirt from the 

 middle of the row with a turning plow, and this finishes 

 cultivation. It is presumed anyone is familiar with the 

 method of digging. 



This crop is marketed principally in the local markets 

 where it is grown, and if shipped at all, is usually in 

 bulk or carload lots. 



