Moulding established crops of cabbage, cauliflower, peas, and beans. A— The wrong way of drawing the soil up to plants; there is not sufficient room for root development and the soil is liable to dry out. B—Correct method of moulding. The wide flattopped ridge can, take in and retain moisture and there is ample room for roots to develop.
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New Zealand Journal of Agriculture, Volume 81, Issue 2, 15 August 1950, Page 125
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59Moulding established crops of cabbage, cauliflower, peas, and beans. A— The wrong way of drawing the soil up to plants; there is not sufficient room for root development and the soil is liable to dry out. B—Correct method of moulding. The wide flattopped ridge can, take in and retain moisture and there is ample room for roots to develop. New Zealand Journal of Agriculture, Volume 81, Issue 2, 15 August 1950, Page 125
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