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Last Updated: November 29, 2007

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The three modified leaves at the base of the cotton fruit. Bracts typically surround developing squares, affording some protection to bollworms and other pests from beneficial insects and insecticides; must be opened to reveal developing square when monitoring fruit for damage. Occasionally, four bracts per fruiting structure will be present.

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