Consistent summer rains spur this year’s pumpkin harvest

  • THE TEXAS PUMPKIN CROP has a higher quality than last year, thanks to more favorable conditions. | LAURA McKENZIE, TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE
    THE TEXAS PUMPKIN CROP has a higher quality than last year, thanks to more favorable conditions. | LAURA McKENZIE, TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE

    Texas pumpkin producers are experiencing a strong harvest thanks to consistent rainfall and a dry July. While quantity is on par with last season’s harvest, producers say overall pumpkin quality is better compared to last year, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

    Mark Carroll, AgriLife Extension agriculture and natural resources agent for Floyd County, said consumers can …