Will you turn into a pumpkin this Halloween?
This time last year there was near panic as Halloween pumpkins were in jeopardy of falling well short of their expected demand.
So, are Halloween pumpkins in short supply this year? Well, from what we can gather, no with very little news being available on what is a pretty important topic as we head towards October 31st.
Yes, Halloween costumes are important as people look for great deals and the perfect costume for their party or trick or treat session this year but without the carved pumpkins or Jack-O-Lanterns, well, it really won't feel like Halloween will it?
In 2011, there was real concern that pumpkins for Halloween would be in short supply but we pulled through. I'm tipping there is going to be no such panic in 2012 although in some areas, with the lack of rain, this could be an issue.
A recent story we saw at abclocal.go.com says pumpkins are growing well this year. Click here to read more.
Then there was this story at which says there could be a shortage of Halloween pumpkins for 2012.
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But a story at producenews.com brought some positive news and relief for those worrying about a shortage of pumpkins saying that a little rain will bring pumpkins along nicely this year.
According to the report, things are looking pretty good in the fields right now which should bring a smile to Halloween fanatics ready to get their creative hands on them and turn them into something people will marvel at.
Phew! That's good to hear.
Updated farming techniques the company has initiated, besides growing cucumbers on trellises, include planting rye in pumpkin fields to keep the pumpkins off the dirt and using plastic culture to reduce the need for pesticides, fungicides and herbicides. These processes reduce Mike Pirrone Produce’s carbon footprint and increase the natural nutrients in its vegetables.
Mr. DeBlouw said that demand for decorative pumpkins, corn and gourds is very strong at Halloween today.
“People like to decorate with these items throughout the fall and winter months, but Halloween is pretty darn good,” he said. “Things in the fields are looking great right now, so we’re looking forward to a strong season.”.....
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There's little doubt that pumpkins have become the face of Halloween. You can have all your witches and ghouls and fancy costumes; without the presence of a carved pumpkin, it won't be the same.
Don't you agree?
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http://halloweencostumesline.com/are-halloween-pumpkins-in-short-supply-this-year/