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Princeton Kentucky

I've got Carolina Giants..when is the right time to pick them thats not too early but early enough so bugs won't damage them. I had a couple with bug damage underneath so I want to pick early but not too early ya know. I picked 6 last night from the patch at 84-85 days planted. I know theres a bunch of theories out there but was looking to here from a veteran grower who picks these for market to eat not for weighoffs even though I have a few I'm pushing the envelope on for weight. I'm not spraying.

7/25/2012 10:58:46 AM

Princeton Kentucky

OK.. so it was a stupid Question..crickets... lol,lol. I've checked these things twice today with the heat and picked lopes both times due to changing appearances( getting lighter in color) and odor. wingin it. lol

7/25/2012 6:36:11 PM

Corryton, TN

At the first signs of yellow. They will ripen fast. If its for market and you have a doubt, cut one open and sample it.

7/25/2012 6:59:35 PM

Princeton Kentucky

Sounds good..I'll pick one just turning yellow and cut it open...will let ya know brotherdave, Thanks

7/25/2012 10:56:57 PM