Re: A squash is a squash is a squash...

I'm curious, since my pumpkin was determined a squash, can anyone tell me where to find a listing of the top GPC squash from this year? I'd like to see where I stand in the running. Thanks!!

Beth

Smithhisler, Paul wrote:

Thank you Mike!

I think it is about time someone stands up to the randomness of certain
organizations' rulings.  I am curious to know which ones you have reversed.
I agree with you that some of the 'squash' in past years have been a stretch
at best.  I think politics plays a large role in that.  Look at who is
designating and who is reaping the rewards for such designations.  I won't
make any accusations yet, but I truly believe this is happening at certain
weigh-offs more than others.

My personal opinion is to split the differentiation down the middle...50% or
more orange is pumpkin, 50% or more green is squash.  You can use your silly
graph to measure it if you like, but going 50% will make most determinations
no-brainers.

-Gus


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