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- We had a welcomed increase in precipitation – more frequent drizzles (as opposed to intense tropical showers) brought
- 31.7 mm ( 1.25 inches) of precipitation
- Both air and soil temperatures increased, humidity rose and solar radiation was varied with some risk of sunburn
- 56.6% of the fruit harvested was 20 WAF, 39% was 21 WAF and one farm made up the balance (4.5%) at 22 WAF
- External fruit color, with such young fruit, has been lagging with 45.6% with external color 0.
- Internal quality remains very acceptable, with outstanding sugar content, flavor and aroma
- New coronavirus cases seem to have plateaued this week at 8,258 but hospitalizations and intensive care numbers are rising.