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Apple Identity Dispute Over Black Ben Davis and Gano Varieties
In a horticultural critique from Missouri and Kansas meetings, experts debate whether apples labeled Black Ben Davis are a Missouri grown Gano. Tests show differences in seed cavity color, cord darkness, and cutting texture, with one member insisting they are distinct varieties and another noting location factors.
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Crow
Missouri
Kansas
B. F. Pancoast
Gutter
Gano
Ben Davis
Walter Wellhouse
Cutter
Mr. Pancoast