pumpkins

Vegetable production across the Northwest was a mixed bag last year. According to NASS, onion production in Idaho were valued at $68.3 million, up 4% from 2019. Oregon onions had a total value of utilized production of $119 million, up 9% year over year ...

As we get ready for Halloween this weekend and Thanksgiving next month, it’s a perfect time to take a look at the top pumpkin producing states in the U.S. According to the Economic Research Service, ERS, pumpkins are grown in all states, but Illinois remains the nations largest pumpkin producer in both acreage and weight. B ...

With Halloween approaching, many consumers are searching for the nearest pumpkin patch. Meanwhile, the Department of Agriculture just updated pumpkin production data, showing production is widely dispersed throughout the United States.   All U.S. s...

With Halloween approaching, many consumers are searching for the nearest pumpkin patch. Meanwhile, the Department of Agriculture just updated pumpkin production data, showing production is widely dispersed throughout the United States.   All U.S. s...

NASS is out with its vegetable crop production estimates for 2018.  Asparagus value of utilized production in Washington totaled $26.2 million, down 2% from 2017.  Washington accounted for 34% of national utilized production.   Carrots in Washington showed a $20.0 million valu...

This time of year, it seems like Pumpkin Spice is everywhere.  But the Oregon Farm Bureau is encouraging you to go to the source to enjoy the real thing.   Pumpkins, apples, pears, and squash are just a few examples of autumn’s agricultural bounty.  But, determin...

The calendar might say summer, but there are many growers who are planning to spice up their Halloween with one of those giant pumpikins.   Oregon State University Vegetable Breeder Jim Myers said it’s important to pick the right variety depending on what you want, and then providing the right growing conditions.   “...