Texas Pumpkin Growers Report Strong Harvest

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, says consumers can expect a significant improvement when purchasing their Texas-grown pumpkins this year.

Floyd County, east of Lubbock in the Texas High Plains, is where the bulk of Texas pumpkins are grown.

“Overall, producers in Floyd County saw early, consistent rainfall early in the growing season, which is needed for pumpkin producers,” Carroll said. “This was followed by a dry period during the second week of July, providing the ideal dry climate for pumpkin growers.”

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Pumpkin prices are expected to remain consistent, with some variability as Halloween approaches. For the best prices, consumers are encouraged to purchase their pumpkins early.

In 2021, USDA’s Economic Research Service reported Texas as the national leader in pumpkin revenue. While states like Illinois. Indiana and Michigan lead in production quantity; most of their product is used for pie filling and processed foods, receiving a lower price per pound than Texas’ ornamental jack-o-lantern-style pumpkin.

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