We are just getting started here on the Missouri River basin of Southeast Nebraska. The tomato plants are all shorter and less full than in previous years, mostly due to the high temperatures of July. This week will be highs in the 80s and lows in the 60s and almost every plant is showing signs of ripening fruit.
The plants are smaller than normal and the tomatoes are smaller also. Still, the flavor is outstanding so far.
Green beans did very well as were the cucumbers, beets and onions. Peppers were hurt by the heat and the plants are still small.
It is fun to hear from other parts of the county how the seasons progress. Bill, I hope the rest of your year gives you an overabundance of quality produce.
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