Sends specimens of Russian wheat variety kubanka, which after sowing for two years degenerates into a different variety, saxonka. Suggests that ASW conduct experiments.
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Sends specimens of Russian wheat variety kubanka, which after sowing for two years degenerates into a different variety, saxonka. Suggests that ASW conduct experiments.
Thanks for specimen.
Always was sceptical of James Buckman’s experiment; heard afterwards that cruel trick was played on him.
Glad ASW is willing to look into Russian wheat case.