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Kokomo, Indiana

I just printed out a chart for PumpkinPatch.com and it tells how to measure the pumpkin for the est. weight. Well when I did that, it didnt seem that the weight was right. So I found another website and I put the 3 total measurement in and it came out about right.

So my question is this, where can I find an "offical" chart at that I can print out so I can keep data on pumpkin growth rate. I'm new at this, and I also youtubed it and got termor's video.

7/8/2010 11:44:36 PM

El Paso TX.

The GPC has the newest (2005 update) --

http://greatpumpkincommonwealth.com/resources.php

Top right hand side and they also have a video explaining the measurements.

7/8/2010 11:54:17 PM

Kokomo, Indiana

Thanks. Thats the same video and chart I was using. Notice on Chart 2 where it says 47" it comes up 42lbs. Thats what I was questioning. Is that different type of measurement? But I didnt print out the 2008 chart.

7/9/2010 12:19:54 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

Ryan, from the link from JD, you will find the latest (I think) OTT chart. This is the latest and greatest that I know of. It is updated in 2008. I am guessing that the 47" equals 42 #'s was a circ only chart. The OTT chart requires a circ, end to end, and side to side measurement, all added together. Hope this helps!! Grow em BIG!! Peace, Wayne
PS...if more help is needed, email @ [email protected]

7/9/2010 12:54:42 AM

Kokomo, Indiana

Kool, works out pretty good. Thanks Wayne. I'm sure i'll have more questions down the road. Esp about buying seeds off of someone for next season. =)

7/9/2010 1:06:07 AM

El Paso TX.

After the season is over and there has been time for the seeds to dry -- go to the Seed Exchange section of this Forum and there will be lots of people offering good quality seeds for the price of a SASBE (Self Addressed Stamped Bubble Envelope)- If on a budget that is a great way to get access to good seeds - If you can afford to buy and want more specific seeds the Auctions sub Forum will have a lot of really good seeds up for auction and the best thing about buying there is the proceeds support the local growers clubs -- also most of the growers clubs include a seed distribution from the growers of their club that they include in the membership which is another great way to get seeds.

7/9/2010 10:15:59 AM

milford, CT,

Ryan..There is a 2008 chart on this site...http://www.gvgo.ca/downloads/2008_ott_chart.pdf ... BUT....I have been using the 2005 chart..I feel it has been very close the last few years ... Mark

7/9/2010 12:28:33 PM

Menomonie, WI ([email protected])

Somewhere out there is a spreadsheet where you put your measurements in and it charts the growth. I need to get this again

7/9/2010 12:59:47 PM

Middle TN

I need to update, Im using the 2003 chart.

7/9/2010 2:02:29 PM

Glosta

www.amigatec.net/files/GROWERDIARY2010.xls

All you need to chart your season. calculates weight, daily gains, has benchmarks, calendar, sil test page, expense page. This is a great spreadsheet.

7/9/2010 8:06:45 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Ryan, the place to "buy" seeds is from an Auction during the offseason!!!(The money goes to a growers club, not to a "someone") Plenty of opportunities on each and every weekend for a few months!!! If ya want a freebie, then look thru seed exchange boards for those same few months!!! Both of these opportunities are available to all who are nice, polite, and have a lil bit o sense of humor!!! LOL Peace, Wayne

7/12/2010 1:15:32 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

Tammy...2003?? Really....yer Slunger is prbly heavier than you sorta thoughta !!! Peace, Wayne
Ryan, you also need to remember that all of these charts are ESTIMATES!!!!! AG's can & do go 10% over and under, & more from these charts!!!! Grow em BIG!!!!!

7/12/2010 1:20:07 AM

Middle TN

yep 2003, its the chart thats in Don's 3rd book so its handy. Like you said its an estimate and I figure its a close enough for a rookie :)

7/12/2010 1:48:01 AM