Growers in all areas are fertilizing, hedging, topping and spraying. Resets are being planted in larger groves following dead tree removal. Some abandoned grapefruit groves are being pushed and burned. Major crops shipped during the week include snap beans, cabbage, sweet corn, eggplant, endive, escarole, lettuce, parsley, peppers, pickles, radishes, squash, strawberries, and tomatoes. The crop is in very good condition.
Planting continues with many fields being double cropped.
Harvesting is active with good quality and yield available. Volume is good. The crop is in good condition. Young acreage is growing well. Volume remains light.