Aggie 1945 - Yearbook

Crops JudgingC. Davids, G. Ross, P. Shirrick, Mr. Dunham, J. Wiger. A. EgtvetThe crops judging team, consisting of three men and an alternate, wasselected from the group of seven students registered in this activity.Thisteam annually represents the school at the Winter Shows.The period before the contest is spent in meticulous study of weed seedsand plants, small grains, diseases, grasses, legumes and potatoes so they maybe identified and appraised. The team also judges six classes of crops, distinguishesthe good from the bad, and rates them according to relative merit.Crops judging is an extra-curricular pursuit that is fascinating and ofgreat value to those interested in agriculture. The success of this team isin a measure due to the enthusiasm and industry which the able CoachDunham has inspired and encouraged.53