3 Mar 2022

Preparing for the Haumoana Giant Pumpkin Competition

From Afternoons, 1:42 pm on 3 March 2022

Tomorrow is a big day for vegetable growers in Hawkes Bay.

For three long months locals have been patiently tending their vines, hoping to produce a contender for this year's Haumoana Giant Pumpkin Competition.

Over 20 years ago Cliff Jenkins had the biggest pumpkin in town and now it's up to his daughter and grandchildren to carry on his legacy. He talks to Jesse about the competition and how competitive the growers are!

Cliff Jenkins and his giant pumpkin at the Haumoana Giant Pumpkin Competition

Cliff Jenkins and his giant pumpkin at the Haumoana Giant Pumpkin Competition Photo: supplied