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Rapid Measurement Of The Moisture Content Of Large Seeds

Most nurserymen and others who deal with tree seeds use electric moisture meters for rapid measurement of the moisture content of seeds. But these meters can be used only for small seeds because large seeds, such as hickory nuts or acorns, will not fit in the measurement chambers. Also, the moisture content of acorns is above the measurement range of such meters. Laboratory methods for determination of the moisture in large seeds require overnight drying in ovens or elaborate equipment (2).


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Author(s): Franklin T. Bonner, B. J. Turner

Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volume 31, Number 3 (1980)

Section: General

Volume: 31

Number: 3