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Monthly Papaya Output Drops in Hawaii
WASHINGTON - Jan 12/06 - SNS -- Hawaii fresh papaya utilization is estimated at 2.11 million pounds for December, down 7% from last month and 29% below a year ago, according to the USDA.
Area in crop totaled 2,290 acres, down 1% from last month but up 3% from December 2004. Harvested area totaled 1,780 acres, up 26% from last month and 27% above a year ago.
In releasing its latest estimates, the USDA said dry weather during December affected flowering and fruit development.
"Production is still being impacted by reduced fruit set caused by dry weather earlier in the year but growers are expecting a heavier harvest in January. Large areas are being cleared for replanting in the Puna district of Hawaii island. Growers actively sprayed orchards to control Papaya Ringspot Virus," the USDA added
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