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[Thomas Olenio <tolenio@sentex.net>]

Hi,

I think Lon will tell you this too, but use slightly damp peat moss for 
stratification.  It
inhibits molds naturally.

Later,
Tom

Edgar Nutans wrote:

> Does anyone out there have practical experience with using mancozeb
> (Manzate) as a seed treatment for apples/ pears?
> I would like to stratify some seed without having them mold and I
> noticed that Manzate (which I have on hand) is labelled for seed
> treatment for some crops.  However, the recommended rate is "0.04-4.32
> pounds/ 100 lbs. of seed"!
> First of all that's quite a range and secondly, I only have a few dozen
> seed.  The Manzate I have is as a 37% solution.  Is the concentration
> all that critical or would anywhere within the recommended range work?
>
> On a completely unrelated topic, I thought I should warn any NAFEXers
> who may not have heard of the goings-on at Southmeadow Fruit Gardens.
>  They cashed a check of mine and never delivered the trees a couple of
> years ago.  I tried repeatedly to get them to send the trees by
> contacting them via email, letter and phone.  They always promised, but
> never delivered.  Since then, I have reported this problem with fellow
> fruit enthusiasts, the US Postal Service, the appropriate BBB and the
> State of Michigan Attorney General.  Many people have had the same thing
> happen.  Bottom line, unless you are ready to sue for your merchandise,
> don't order from them.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Edgrrrrr
>
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