Event · part of 8(A)(5)(D). (d) Small Grains

8(A)(5)(D)(2). Help harvest a grain crop

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Then how harvesting losses are reduced, and modern methods of growing one small grain crop. Somebody else's harvest, at their timing.

Warning. This is somebody else's harvest, happening at their convenience and not yours. If you pick Small Grains, find the farm before you need it.

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Plant Science Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 8(A)(5)(D)(2)

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