极端热量和干旱降低了海湾地区的南瓜产量,造成短缺、价格上涨和早期关闭。 Extreme heat and drought have reduced Bay Area pumpkin yields, causing shortages, higher prices, and early closures.

今年,许多海湾地区南瓜种植区报告说,由于极端的热量和干旱条件,产量明显下降,导致短缺和价格上涨。 This year, many Bay Area pumpkin patches are reporting significantly lower yields due to extreme heat and drought conditions, leading to shortages and higher prices. 有些农场提前关闭或业务减少,而另一些农场则从州外购买南瓜。 Some farms have closed early or reduced operations, while others are sourcing pumpkins from out of state. 随着传统的南瓜采摘越来越不可靠,人们鼓励家庭提前计划,并考虑其他的秋天活动。 Families are being encouraged to plan ahead and consider alternative fall activities as traditional pumpkin picking becomes less reliable.