There were a few hedgers and toppers working along with the bush hoggers which were cutting up the debris. Sprays and fertilizers were limited during the cold and rainy days this week. However, plants are expected to recover with no significant damage to production anticipated. Major vegetables harvested during the week include tomatoes, peppers, endive, escarole, cabbage, celery, cucumbers, pickles, lettuce, radishes, snap beans, squash, strawberries, sweet corn, and eggplant. Crop condition is rated very good.
Producers continue to replant acreage completely harvested.
Picking is active with good quality available. Yield is good. The crop is in fair to good condition. Cold winds caused some wind burn on leaves. Planting continues at a steady pace.