Strong winds caused some leaf damage and bloom drop to plants not protected by cane breaks during the first part of the week. Growers are expected to make spot resets of affected plants. Transplanting slowed as the storm passed by with activity again delayed by rain near the end of the week. Crop condition remains fair to good. Transplanting is nearing the end.
Oldest plants show tennis ball-sized fruit.
Staking, tying, and spraying are active. Picking is expected to begin in three to four weeks. The crop is in fair to good condition. The storm caused no significant damage to the crop. Transplanting is on schedule.