All vegetable crops could still use some more rainfall. The extreme hot and humid weather during the past week culminated into some nasty storms on the weekend. Violent wind and heavy rain accompanied thunderstorms that circulated around the region. The humidity has broken leading to warm but tolerable temperatures. Raspberries have shut down at a few farms leaving below average yields.
Blueberries remain fairly consistent with an average to above average crop.
Renovation of strawberries continues and most plantings are under less stress since the recent rain events. Apple size continues to improve and some early cultivars should be on the market over the next week. Sweet corn maturity and quality has been negatively impacted where soil has not received adequate moisture. Cole crops have hit the market and have been featured by many of the produce departments. Early tomatoes are turning orange leaving harvest just around the corner.