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Lymington UK

Thank you all for persuading me to continue with my diary which dates back many years.
And thank you all for the kind support.
We’ve been fortunate enough to have many wonderful growing years with more highs than lows.
It’s always about PB’s, State records, National records and ultimately growing the biggest fruit ever to sit on this planet.
So there is another side to all this which is more important to Stuart and I.
Helping others achieve the above.
Please don’t be afraid to ask us to help you. Log into the videos in the top left hand corner of BP. Trawl through my old diaries or email us.
The life long friends we’ve made makes our sport very unique.
Ian

7/11/2022 11:03:06 AM

Torrance, Ca.

The day you said you weren't going to do your diary anymore, I was truly sad...:(
So happy you worked out the differences and pushed forward! The show your fruit are putting on is a once in a lifetime for many,,, I'm sure ever yourselves!:)

How your holding them together at that weight is epic!!

Keep it up boys!!

7/11/2022 11:30:12 AM

Westmoreland, KS

For all of us pumpkin heads Thank You for the constant updates it is truly amazing what you guys are doing! Now bring those big girls to the end!

7/11/2022 12:27:46 PM

Western NY

Enjoy the ride my friend

7/11/2022 12:45:18 PM

Rhode Island

KNOWING IAN & STEWIE FOR MANY YEARS I CAN HONESTLY PRAISE THEIR ACCOMPLISHMENTS WITH NO IFS,AND, OR BUTS.
RON AND I KNEW FROM SEVERAL YEARS BACK THAT ONCE THEY WERE DIALED IN THERE WOULD BE NO STOPPING THEIR DRIVE AND DETERMINATION.
LIKE TRUE CHAMPIONS THEY SHARE KNOWLEDGE AND ARE EVERYTHING THATS GOOD ABOUT THIS PASSION.
ITS TRUE THEY HAVE THE FACILITY AND MEANS TO PROVIDE ABSOLUTE BEST OF CONDITIONS HOWEVER, WITH OUT DRIVE AND KNOWLEDGE? SUCCESS DOES NOT HAPPEN.
GO GET UM BOYS
PAP WALLACE

7/11/2022 1:26:29 PM

Rapid City, SD

good stuff....and good luck Ian and Stuart

7/11/2022 3:01:05 PM

British Columbia, Canada

Good luck guys

7/11/2022 3:12:03 PM

Western Massachusetts

Good job and good luck growing that magic number

7/11/2022 3:27:45 PM

President - GPC

Ditto what Paps posted. Good Luck in achieving all your goals, dont let anyone stand in the way, and thanks for sharing.

7/11/2022 3:41:13 PM

Watlington, UK

Looking forward to visiting your patch tomorrow! I am sure I will learn a lot, as always. I doubt I'd be even doing this crazy sport if it wasn't for you guys!!

7/11/2022 5:13:09 PM

Bloomfield, Iowa

Congratulations guys on a great year so far. Crazy numbers in your early stage. Best of luck!

7/11/2022 7:18:48 PM

Connecticut

Thanks for posting again. And speaking at the GPC virtual conference. And sharing your experience. And your support... and, and, and everything you do to help us all become better growers and people..

7/11/2022 8:04:01 PM

Columbia, Kentucky

Its been awesome to follow you both through the years and many have learned something from you. This year is a special one for you two. Enjoy it fellas and may you be blessed at the scale.
Scott Bayuk

7/11/2022 8:11:46 PM

Thank You for inspiring us all to do BIGGER and better things!!!

7/11/2022 8:16:33 PM

Plymouth, MN

Ian- Love your diaries and am so happy you decided to continue them this year. They're among the most informative out there and you're truly having an awesome season. Best of luck for the rest of the year!

7/11/2022 10:44:34 PM

Lloydminster/AB

No, thank you for all you do! Appreciate your work immensely. Have great season guys!

7/11/2022 10:55:09 PM

Brooktondale, New York

Next level growing for sure. I enjoy watching along to see what is possible. I hope you guys blast through 1361kg this year for your efforts. Plus your working with your family what could be better? Enjoy your time together some people never get the chance. Genuinely hope for your success.

7/11/2022 11:11:59 PM

Central Illinois

It is the first diary that I check every morning

7/12/2022 5:20:21 AM

Central Ca

Top notch gentleman!

7/12/2022 12:28:12 PM

Colorado

Thank you two for sharing your passionate quest with the BP community. 70lbs a day is unreal-thats easily better than any reality tv show. Cant wait for your next updates.

7/12/2022 12:34:37 PM

Bethlehem CT

I agree, I didn't even know 70 pounds a day was possible! It is crazy what is going on in your patch. Grow em big!

7/12/2022 2:30:23 PM

Germany

Hi IanP


I hope you guys will do a WR this year and i think if those pumpkins hold together it could be possible.
I am from germany and would love to get some of the crosses you guys made.


regards and best wishes from germany.

I have 1,5 weeks of covid behind me and glad to be nearly healthy again.

7/12/2022 5:11:12 PM

East Sussex, UK

We are all sincerely hoping you get that WR this year. 2020 was just too close.

7/13/2022 3:58:54 AM

Upa Creek, Mo

Good luck fellers!

7/13/2022 10:14:36 AM

Honesdale, Pennsylvania

Thank you for sharing your journey with us!!!!!

7/13/2022 10:46:32 AM

Pittsburgh, PA

Paton’s are hands down the most exciting thing in pumpkin growing. A true inspiration for us all. I hope you fellas break the WR more than once this season. All the best.

7/13/2022 5:34:26 PM

Cheshire Ma USA

You are great growers and always a class act, keep up the good work !!

7/14/2022 10:34:25 AM

Wisconsin

Looking good Boys, I enjoy following, What are you guys targeting for air temps in greenhouse, overnight and daytime?

7/15/2022 11:19:11 AM

Lymington UK

At the moment we’re aiming for about 20C but it’s not always that easy especially during the day. Today it hit 36C but it’s not a problem because the shading to the direct heat. Just try to make the plants as comfortable as possible.

7/15/2022 6:58:06 PM

Torrance, Ca.

Your plants look so comfortable!! If I had a nice chunk of extra money sitting somewhere, I'd build a fully climate controlled greenhouse!!

Man that would be nice!

I'm cheering for you all the way across the pond and have been since the world record was 1800. Its a 1000 pounds more then that now! Unbelievable but I think this year something very special is coming out of the Paton patch!

Couldn't happen to 2 of the nicest, giving, caring, fun, exciting, guys out there!

7/15/2022 8:03:52 PM