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Highly Recommended Where Bacterial Wilt Is Killing Alfalfa Stands 
Often times farmers will write in to us stating that their Alfalfa plants are turning yel- 
low and dying out. They want to know what is causing them to lose their stands. Closer 
observation would reveal that in many instances it is bacterial wilt. This bacterial wilt is 
most easily recognized in the fall. At this time severely. affected plants throw up many 
weak, slender, short yellow branches as compared to a few strong green shoots of healthy : 
Alfalfa plants, This same condition is noticeable after first and second cuttings. After the #% 
first sharp frost, plants affected by bacterial wilt ‘will be frosted, while healthy plants 
will be uninjured. If weak looking plants in such a field are dug and the roots cut across 
diagonally with a knife or the bark peeled from the roots, the color of the wood layer will 
be varying shades of brown instead of the clear white of healthy roots. Many times, too, 
farmers will claim that their Alfalfa has winter killed, however, actually, the plant has 
died out over the winter through bacterial wilt. Therefore, if you have experienced any 
of, the same conditions in your own Alfalfa, then we strongly urge you to make a seeding 
of this wilt resistant variety of Ranger or the Buffalo advertised on the opposite page. 
This costs a little more, yet when you consider what it will save you 
in the long run, it pays big profits. 
Farmers 
Ranger Is Hardy, Fine-Stemmed, Leafy, Long Lived Report 
Another advantage of Ranger Alfalfa is that it will continue pro- = 
ducing heavy yields of fine quality hay long after ordinary Alfalfas 
have died out. Under normal conditions you can expect maximum re- AND SEEDS 
sults from a seeding up to six years and more. Ranger is extremely BR 
winter hardy and is adapted to the northernmost states. Grow Faster 
- We have Certified Ranger in 60° lb. bags Gro-Coated Brand tagged 
and sealed. Of equal quality we have genuine Ranger Alfalfa in 
World Brand Grade Gro-Coated not certified. SKE ITEMS 22 AND 23 
ON PRICE LIST. 
Popular for Its Fine Quality Hay and Extra Hardiness 
Northern Grimm Alfalfa is in big demand. Ithas extra winter hardiness and somewhat finer 
characteristics of growth. The seed is not only beautiful in appearance, but produces the kind 
of a crop that many farmers demand. We have other lots of Grimm at lower prices yet if you 
want the very finest Grimm obtainable, then order Berry’s World Brand Northern Grimm. 
The price is not high when you consider quality. Our supplies are limited. If sold out we can 
ship Northern, Non-certified Ranger or other hardy origin like Lot Gold. To save time on 
your order if we get sold out, we will send the best available and refund the difference unless 
you mark your order ‘‘No-substitution.” 
What Kind of Alfalfa Should I Buy? 
We are often asked that question. The answer depends upon conditions Insi St On 
and personal preference. If you have trouble with wilt, then choose 
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Ranger or Buffalo. For severe winters, Ranger, Grimm and Cossack GRO-COATED 
The Buffalo, Dakota #12 and regular Corn Belt Alfalfa generally 
are best. 
Farm Seed 
makes heavier growth. Read the description of different varieties and 
origins in the catalog. See page 32. They are widely adapted. If you want 
extra winter hardiness, buy Grimm and this is Grimm Alfalfa at its best. 
It’s “Gro-Coated” Brand. Remember that when you compare prices such 
seed is of much greater value to you. SEE ITEM #19 ON PRICE LIST. 
BEAUTIFUL 
WORTHWERN 
Cossack Alfalfa is noted for its winter hardiness. It has stamina and vigor. Many consider that 
it excels the Grimm in this respect. Cossack is one of the varieties that was used in making the 
new wilt-resistant Ranger Alfalfa described at the top of the page. Its fine, leafy growth makes 
beautiful quality hay. It is very fine to use in combination with grasses such as Brome for hay 
or pasture. A seeding should last for many years. We consider it hardy for any part of the nation. 
This World Brand grade of Cossack is beautiful seed. Purity and germination tests are high. Berry’s 
direct-to-you policy makes possible thjs unusually attractive price. You will save 
money. We guarantee every shipment to show up to your satisfaction. Please SEE 
order early. You will get the biggest values by doing so. P 2 2 e 
The Cossack Alfalfa which we have available is only sold in our top grade. ages 2&5 Tor 
; F You know when you sow seed 
Gentlemen: Stitzer, Wisconsin. like this that no other seed Complete Story 
Gro-Coated Alfalfa sure got off to a good Could possibly give you better [AV IREE of Y 
start. Lid better than any the neighbors had. assurance of getting satisfac- A j 4 
They apa they had poret Beard Bi hes tory results. Our Cossack Al- : D 
oated’’ Grass seed. eep up the good work. falfa is “Gro-Coated” Brand. If : 
I will order more of it in the future. It made : + BRAN : 
a better stand than the Non Gro-Coated seed. we get sold out can ship other D SEEDS 
Sincerely, ots as suggested above under 
Frank Haser Grimm Alfalfa. SEE ITEM #20. 
