Re: Weight evaporation after cutting.
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- Subject: Re: Weight evaporation after cutting.
- From: V* B*
- Date: Sun, 10 Sep 2000 16:38:32 -0700
- List-Archive: <http://www.mallorn.com/lists/pumpkins/> (Web Archive)
> Does anyone have any data or experience with regards to how much a
>pumpkin loses in weight after being cut from the vine? I realize there
>will be quite a few variables involved here - but am just wondering if the
>list has any numbers on what to expect in percentage weight loss say for
>a week or two after harvesting. I just got a cull from my Checkon 815
>plant on the scales today that had been cut from the vine for 12 days
>now. We have been having some nice weather and the fruit sat out in the
>glaring sun for all 12 days since it was cut. I weighed it today at 386
>pounds and the ott estimate has it at 376 pounds so it is still over the
>charts by a couple percentage points - but I am wondering now what it
>would have weighed if I got it on the scales when it was cut. Glenn
>
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Glenn,
It depends on probably the pumpkin and alot of other conditions. But if
you keep it shaded and keep wet towels on it........................I lost
1.5lbs.........in a week......no water jugs on the vines either. But if
you work at it you can really reduce the loss. Not sure if the pace picks
up as time marches on......
.....hope this helps............ Mbrock
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