Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off
Colossal competition pumpkins are hoisted by forklifts and special harnesses onto a 5-ton digital scale monitored by county agricultural officials. Spectators watch as veteran growers and rising stars square off to see whose giant gourd claims top weight honors. The competition concludes with an awards presentation recognizing the champion alongside other distinctions like the most beautiful pumpkin.
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How are the giant pumpkins weighed?
Each pumpkin is carefully lifted using forklifts and special harnesses onto an industrial-strength, 5-ton digital scale monitored by officials from the San Mateo County Agricultural Commissioner's Office of Weights, Sealers, and Measures.
What non-cash honors does the weigh-off champion receive?
The winner receives a handcrafted gold Grand Champion's Ring, the Mel Mello Sr. Grand Champion Grower's Jacket, and a plaque placed on the Wall of Fame in downtown Half Moon Bay.
Who is eligible to enter the competition?
The event is open exclusively to growers of giant competition-sized pumpkins. Each contestant may enter only one healthy, undamaged pumpkin that they grew and cared for themselves, and which has not won prizes in any other weigh-off.
Are there awards for qualities other than heaviest pumpkin?
Yes, a special prize is awarded for the most beautiful pumpkin, alongside bonus awards for the biggest California pumpkin and biggest Coastside pumpkin.
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