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From the Field-Agronomy Notes

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From the Field-Agronomy Notes

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From the Field-Agronomy Notes

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Video Guide to Tobacco Insect Scouting

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From the Field-Agronomy Notes

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From the Field-Agronomy Notes

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From the Field-Agronomy Notes

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2016 Winter Meeting Schedule

The 2016 winter meeting season is right around the corner. Meeting dates and locations are listed in the table …

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Postharvest Cooling and Handling of Cabbage and Leafy Greens

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