Cherry tomato picking started in the Palmetto-Ruskin area. Tropical Storm Harvey delayed some fieldwork over the southern Peninsula. Planting is steady with an increase expected during October. Plant growth is very good. Picking is expected to start in November.
Crop is in fair to good condition.
Growth and development are normal. Growth and Development are normal. Growth and development are normal. Transplanting is active. Recent heavy rains caused some discoloring with dry weather needed for plants to recover.