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Direct Seeding Handbook

Chapter 5
Collecting the Seeds

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Chapter 5 - Collecting the Seeds

Introduction
Quality Criteria for Collecting
When, Where and How of Woody Seed and Nut Collection
   Normal Seed Maturity
   Quality Collection Sites
   Methods of Collection
Assuring Seed Quality
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If you would like more information on Direct Seeding in Illinois, contact:
Kathy.McTighe, USDA-NRCS Agroforester, Champaign, Illinois




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