Foreword... 
This descriptive book has been prepared to aid 
the seed merchant, canner and freezer, in the 
selection of suitable varieties of peas and beans 
for his particular needs. 
As there are hundreds of varieties from which 
to select, many of which have limited commercial 
value, we have listed those we offer in the first 
section. Included in the second section is an alpha- 
betical list of old and new varieties in use through- 
out the United States, together with cross refer- 
ences and synonyms. 
If the seed dealer caters to the home garden 
trade, he may select varieties representing several 
classes, based on growth habits and season, but 
offer only a few within a group. In the case of 
critical market trade, it may be necessary to carry 
special strains, somewhat similar in season, to 
meet preferences of particular growers. 
We appreciate the opportunity to serve the pea 
and bean trade by making these better types avail- 
able, and we invite your comments and questions 
relative to them. 
Washburn Wilson Soed Co. 
January 1947 +, 
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