Fen Peas

The end of the month, and the end of a rather frantic period of harvest. Despite the heat, field moves and a fire at one of the factories, we managed to harvest the Twinkle and Style all within the correct TR bands. The last load going in was 142 TR. Close! Another hour or so and it would have been over the top. The next block, Jaguar, was drilled in the spring after a period of rain, so we have a few days rest before the next push begins. Even though it has been very warm TRs are moving slowly, it is almost as if the plant has gone dormant. However we are ready as soon as things pick up. The heat is also having an effect on some of the later peas, which are, in a few places showing signs of ill health. Everyone keeps asking what kind of season is it going to be, well, it's still too early to call a lot can happen yet. Meet Paul and Richard who drive the newest of the viners. Heaps of experience between them, but are currently as frustrated as me that we have come to a halt. I note the application for the Manager's position from Juan Day Atatime, whose CV reads very well. Looks as though he is just what we are looking for. The interview will take place in the next week or when he makes a short trip to blighty!