📅 September 17th, harvesting winter squash
🌱 Canada Crookneck squash, an heirloom variety
📦 Storage challenges with Canada Crookneck squash
📌 The video is about harvesting 300 lbs of winter squash, specifically the Canada crookneck variety.
🌱 The Canada crookneck squash is resistant to pests and diseases, making it a popular choice for growers.
🍂 This year, the squash plants have produced an unusually high yield, with no significant damage.
🥒 Around 70 squash were produced from nine plants, totaling about 300 pounds.
🍽️ Although it may be challenging to consume all the squash, the variety grown is highly regarded.
🌱 There are still 10 more squash that are not yet fully ripe.
🎃 The Canada Crookneck winter squash has denser flesh and a meaty neck, making it preferable to butternut squash.
🍊 The squash develops a rich flavor and becomes extremely orange when aged until Christmas, making it perfect for roasting.
🥧 The Canada Crookneck squash is also great for making pumpkin pie.
🎃 The video discusses different recipes and meals that can be made with winter squash.
🍲 Butternut squash soup is mentioned as an easy meal option.
🎁 The speaker mentions the possibility of giving some of the squash away to friends and family.