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Corn Seed and Farming Tactics from Hendricks County
A farmer recalls early use of commercial fertilizer on corn in Hendricks County and emphasizes potash, deep plowing, seed bed prep, early May planting, and seed selection. He notes pollen timing, seed sowing for pollination, and not removing suckers, plus high seed sales and value. The piece also mentions small global coin values and a quip about blue veils and hard work.
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