We have had very little rain here over the last three weeks. Commodities report In asparagus, foliar diseases, especially purple spot, are readily apparent where spray schedules were not tight enough. Disease pressure was severe this season. For the first time, we have had to apply Bravo up to the 6-application limit, especially in young fields. Where disease was controlled, fern looks extremely good.
Irrigation continues in carrots where it is available.
Growers continue efforts to control serious foliar diseases especially Xanthamonos. We will not begin the bulk of our harvest until nearly October first. Only the latest snap bean plantings are yet to be harvested and those are maturing ahead of normal due to heat and drought. The drought is effecting yields. Second pepper picking is underway and irrigation continues.