Fen Peas

The rains of the last two weeks have done a lot of good, and in some cases have saved crops that otherwise would have struggled. The picture shows classic erratic emergence, not too bad but obviously not a full crop. Crops generally have grown a lot in the last few days with moisture under them and plenty of heat. The first moths have been caught so control measures will be taken to avoid any crop contamination. The "team" will get together in two weeks time, and it has been suggested that a "weigh-in" should take place before the season! Last year a number of the boys came down a trouser size or two, and they think that we need scientific proof that, harvesting peas can be used as part of weight loss programme!