We are at tip-over for winter squash in many fields. Stands and weed control are generally good. We have rain about every three to five days that keeps fields wet and humid. Temperatures have been very high with high humidity. Most fieldwork has been able to be maintained, although there are some wet areas that have caused some problems.
Commodities report Final hilling and fertilization for potatoes is taking place.
Rows are being closed nicely with the very warm days. Colorado Potato Beetle adults and larvae are now evident in fields. Tarnished plant bugs seem to be in high numbers in a lot of fields. Rhizoctonia is evident in fields hit hard by the heavy rains a few weeks ago. The continued hot, humid weather has conditions that have promoted this disease.