1248 The Vegetable Industry in A t ew York State 



be exercised in selecting a plow for these lands, some models be- 

 ing much more satisfactory than others, although there is quite 

 a little difference of opinion as to the adaptability of different 

 makes and shapes. iSome are using disc plows with a high degree 

 of satisfaction. 



FALL PLOWING AND CULTIVATION 



Fall plowing is favored by some gardeners, advantages sug- 

 gested being that the work is done and off the calendar before 

 the rush of the spring months; that the land plows a bit more 

 easily ; that freezing in the furrow is useful, and that there is less 

 trouble from weeds. On the other hand, some claim that spring 

 plowing aids in drying out the soil more speedily. 



Great emphasis is placed upon the advantage of careful 

 preparation of the soil. A level surface is especially important 

 on account of the delicate seeds and plants. On one of the ex- 

 perimental plots of the College of Agriculture, a small area was 

 found to be deficient in yield. The situation was studied a bit, 

 and it was discovered that a very slight depression existed at this 



Fig. 353. Plank Drag 



point. After this was filled, it was found that the difficulty had 

 been overcome. The plank drag or float is widely used, and some 

 employ a scraper consisting of a plank so attached to a frame that 

 the edge acts as a blade reducing mounds and filling depressions. 

 The roller is regarded as very valuable for compacting loose muck 

 soils. The Acme harrow is one of the favorites for finishing. 



This bulletin includes articles on the leading muck land crops, 

 and each deal with their special fertilizer requirements. 



The peculiar moisture relations prevailing in muck soils render 

 careful cultivation no less necessary than on other soils, even 

 though the water-holding capacity is exceptionally great. The 



