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— The GREAT STEM RUST RESISTANT 1 
Canadian Certified 
A ‘sensational variety brought to you at its best 
through Genuine Canadian Certified seed. 
Characteristics of Vanguards 
This variety was originated in Canada by crossing two varieties 
in an effort to secure an oat that was highly resistant to stem 
rust. This stem rust disease often reaches epidemic proportions 
and causes tremendous losses in oat yields. The Vanguard oat not 
only has proven highly resistant to this stem rust but a leader in 
production. In most sections covering Canadian tests Vanguards 
were top in the yield test. In a few tests the Victory was better. 
Both are very fine yielders. The grains are large and heavy. Per- 
centage of hulls somewhat less than average. 
Economy of Seeding 
Vanguards have proven prolific stoolers. Many sow only a bushel 
per acre which is enough in a favorable season. Normally we be- 
lieve 1% to 2 bushels per acre is better. Too heavy a seeding may 
make too much straw and reduce grain production. Our seed is 
genuine new crop Canadian grown. We ask no premium prices. 
Don’t be misled by considering a higher price means a better 
quality or a different oat. Shipment guaranteed satisfactory. See 
page 41 for prices. 
This. is the variety that produced such sensational results in many states 
last year. Farmers were simply amazed at the returns they received. Many 
farmers came in to tell us about their yields. Ninety, one hundred, a 
hundred and ten bushels per acre. They brought bundles of the oats with 
“them to show the tall strong stems and the large heavily laden heads. You 
should have heard their enthusiastic comments on how those oats stood up 
and how completely satisfied they were with their Vanguard Oats. 
Importance of Northern Grown Seed 
Northern grown seed has shown definite superiority in’ production. 
While local grown seed will grow all right the increase in yield from 
northern grown seed should make it profitable to buy new seed every year. 
It should be remembered that these are a little later type of oats and 
northern grown seed seems to come to maturity somewhat quicker. Also 
they appear to have added vigor and vitality. We believe that the differ- 
ence in yield between northern and local grown seed may range from 10 
to 20 bushel per acre. It looks like poor economy to save $1.00 or so an 
acre for seed and risk such a reduction in yield. Our supply of these fine 
Canadian Certified Oats is limited. Order Early. See page 41 for prices. 

TYPE 
Northwestern Grown 
This, like the Vanguard, is also a big 
grained heavy producer. In some tests has 
outyielded Vanguards. Extra heavy seed stock 
weighing around 40 to 42 Ibs. per bushel. 
Plump, bright, meaty kernels. Let us show 
you how fine they are. Ask for sample. See 
for yourself how exceptionally fine they are. 
More and more farmers are finding much bet- 
ter profits through sowing better seed. It is 
a wise investment that pays big dividends. 
You can order these oats with the distinct 
understanding that you will receive a ship- 
ment of as fine an oat as you ever saw. If 
they disappoint you in any way. write us for 
shipping instructions and refund. 
Our seed is all northwestern grown. We 
pay premium prices and high freight rates to 
get them. We do this because we know our 
customers will get better yields and finer qual- 
ity. It pays to pay a little more and get this 
kind of seed. Has straw of good length and 
strength. Stools freely, yields heavily. Sim- 
ilar in maturity to Vanguard. They are not 
real early. Especially productive with cool 
seasons. Sow around 2 bushels per acre. We 
have sold this Victory type for several years 
and they have proven highly satisfactory. See 
page 41 for Clarinda, Chicago Prices. 
GOPHER-“OATS 

Here is an early oat we are sure you will like’ They are the choice of many farmers and deserve wide 
popularity. Gopher oats were developed by the Minnesota Experiment station. It is a selection from the 
sixty day oat. It is a white kernel oat and of an early strain. 
Gophers were developed to provide a good 
early variety for the northern edge of the corn-belt. It is suited especially to southern Minnesota and ex- 
periments by the Illinois station prove them to be a fine early oat, for the northern half of Illinois. It 
ranked first in a four year average at Urbana with a yield of 70 bu. per acre. This would indicate its 
adaptability to much of Iowa, southern Wisconsin and Michigan. 
having similar seasonal conditions. 
Also northern Indiana, Ohio and sections 
Its characteristics are earliness, stiff straw and high yield. Produces somewhat plumper kernels than some 
other early strains and its white kernels make it a favorite over other early ones with many farmers. We 
believe you will like our Gopher Type oats and that you will find them a productive oat of high quality. 
Suggestions for Getting Better Oat Yields 
A double discing before seeding will generally result in better yields than just discing in oats. Drilling is 
preferable to broadcast seeding. It gives the seed more uniform covering and requires less seed per acre. 
Drilled oats are more satisfactory for a nurse erep than a broadcast seeding. An early seeding is desirable 
as it provides the oats with a longer period of cool growing weather. 
Fertilizers for oats alone may not be 
profitable but usually pays when grass or clover seeds are sown with it. Seed treatment is profitable. See 
Ceresan an next page. 
See page 41 for prices f.0.b. Clarinda and Chicago 
