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Sowing Sesame Before the Sabbatical Year

Question

Until when is it permitted to sow sesame before the Sabbatical year?

Answer

It is permitted to sow only if it reaches full growth before Rosh Hashanah.

Source

Rambam (Shemita and Yovel, Chapter 4, Halacha 3, 11); Azmera L'Shimcha (Shemita, Issue 1).

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