Caretakers are mowing, chopping and discing cover crops prior to harvesting and for fire protection. Growers in all areas are fertilizing. Dead tree and abandoned grove removal continues in all areas. Warm temperatures are boosting plant growth and blooming of most crops but are slowing some fruit development such as strawberries and tomatoes. Major crops shipped during the week include snap beans, cabbage, sweet corn, eggplant, endive, escarole, lettuce, okra, parsley, peppers, pickles, radishes, squash, strawberries, and tomatoes.
Young fields are in good condition.
Planting is active. Harvesting is producing good quality and yield with a very good volume available. Warmer temperatures increased plant growth. Picking of a light volume is providing good quality and color. The crop is in fair to good condition.