| The seed is sown broadcast from the middle of August, with the date varying depending on the area and earliness of the variety. |
| It seems reasonable to consider that the cost of lateness is higher than the cost of earliness. |
| There is very little for the minnows to gain from this and it calls into question the wisdom of the seeding system and the earliness of the draw. |
| This popular variety with average earliness has smooth, four lob pods with thin end. |
| This variety is touted for earliness, flavor and its manageable 6-to 7-pound size with harvest about 58 days from transplants, 79 days from seed. |
| The earliness of the crop may help it escape severe yield loss due to rust and mildew but, undoubtedly these diseases will have some impact on the yields. |
