Cold, wet conditions in early spring caused a late bloom with blooms still on some bogs in late-July. Berry size is average, with some reports of small fruit. Black vine weevil problems continue to plague growers, with some entire bogs lost. Fire worm and girdler are also a problem. If dry, warm conditions continue, crop prospects are expected to improve.
Increased production is due mostly to expanded area for harvest and crop prospects are excellent.
Growers reported good to very good set, good pollination, and adequate water supply. Extensive heat in June and July will reduce the crop for some growers. Up 16 Percent Production of cranberries in the United States in 1994 totaled 4.68 million barrels, up 19 percent from 1993. The area harvested, at 31,100 acres, increased 6 percent from the previous year. The average yield of 150.5 barrels per acre was 17.2 barrels per acre more than the previous year.