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Bartlett Pear Harvest Slips in U.S.
WASHINGTON - Jun 10/04 - SNS -- Production of Bartlett pears in California, Oregon, and Washington is forecast at 452,000 tons, down 1% from last year but 1% above 2002, according to the USDA's latest crop production estimates.
Production in California is forecast at 215,000 tons, up 7% from last season but 7% below two years ago. Ideal growing conditions have helped Bartlett pears to progress normally this season. Harvest is expected to begin during late June.
In Oregon, growers expect to harvest 62,000 tons, up 2% from last year and 7% above 2002. Growing conditions for Oregon Bartlett pears have been ideal this year. Temperatures in May and June have been well above normal while still receiving adequate precipitation. Growers continue to apply cover sprays as necessary when weather permits.
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