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USA - Drought raises concerns about Illinois apples and pumpkins in 2023 picking-season

11.09.2023 582 views

As Autumn approaches, Illinois pumpkins and apples are coming into full season. However, there are concerns about the impact of the drought and the extreme heat on QCA fruit crops.

Craig Tanner, owner of Tanner’s Orchard, from Stark County says his crops seem to be holding up so far. “This year, it’s been dry in June. Apples have been slow to grow, but with rain in July and August, everything has kind of caught up.”

Tanner says the apples have reached a decent size and the flavor has been good too. Apple picking is already underway for the 2023 season through the end of October. As for pumpkins, farmers say they’re a little smaller than usual, but still in good shape. Pumpkin picking for the 2023 season is expected to start soon too.

Source - https://www.freshplaza.com

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