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Gp" GRASSES - SEED CORN : SOY BEANS 
Marysville -Ohio 
THE SEED SITUATION 
Farm seed prices have continued to advance since the start of the 
harvest season last fall. Partially responsible is the influence 
of war, with its generally higher prices, but of more importance 
is the definite seed shortage this year. 
Throughout most of the seed producing areas, continuous fall rains 
prevented harvesting of seed crops at the proper time. Asa 
result, much seed was lost completely or damaged to such an extent 
that it was hardly worth harvesting. This was especially true of 
Alfalfa, Lespedeza and Sorghum as well as some of the Clovers and 
Grasses. As we approach the spring planting season, this shortage 
of desirable farm seed iS more evident. 
Except for the few lots harvested early, the quality of seed this 
year is far below normal. Fortunately, most of our present seed 
stocks were selected from these early harvested lots. Careful 
selection, followed by thorough recleaning has enabled us to 
maintain the usual high quality of Scotts Seed. Sowing clean, 
hardy, weedfree seed always pays big returns but especially so 
this year when large yields will be needed more than ever. 
In view of present conditions we urge you to purchase your spring 
seed requirements early. You will very likely save money but the 
big advantage is this - you’1ll get "the cream of the crop." If 
you prefer to receive the seed later in the season we will gladly 
defer shipment until the time you specify. 
You will find a complete list of quotations on the inside page, 
along with a convenient order blank. We again furnish the bags 
without charge and on shipments of 200 pounds or more we pay the 
freight. Don’t hesitate to ask any questions you may have about 
our seed, or about the various farm crops. 
Yours very truly, 
O M SCOTT & SONS CO 
The February Farm Bulletin is enclosed. We believe you will find 
this bulletin of special interest if you plan to improve an old 
pasture or establish a new one. 
