Consistent summer rains spur this year’s pumpkin harvest

  • THE TEXAS PUMPKIN crop has a higher quality than last year, thanks to more favorable conditions. Photo courtesy of Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife
    THE TEXAS PUMPKIN crop has a higher quality than last year, thanks to more favorable conditions. Photo courtesy of Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife

    Texas pumpkin producers are experiencing a strong harvest thanks to consistent rainfall and a dry July. While quantity is on par with last season’s harvest, producers say overall pumpkin quality is better compared to last year, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

    Mark Carroll, AgriLife Extension agriculture and natural resources agent for Floyd County, said consumers can …