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Papaya Utilization Up in MayWASHINGTON - Jun 9/06 - SNS -- Hawaii fresh papaya utilization is estimated at 1.96 million pounds for May, up 4% from last month but 28% lower than a year ago, according to the USDA's latest crop production estimates. Area in crop totaled 2,000 acres, down 2% from last month and 20% below May 2005. Harvested area totaled 1,740 acres, down 2% from May but 21% higher than the same month last year. Papaya orchards experienced favorable growing conditions in May with adequate moisture and longer, sunny days. Newer plantings made good progress with new leaves and steady flowering reported. New trees were planted to replace those lost due to the wet conditions earlier in the year. Subscribers can read the full text of the article by Clicking here
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