The winning 2,471-pound pumpkin won by a razor-thin margin of just six pounds, showcasing the intense competition at the Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival.
Travis Giegner's pumpkin, named Rudy, secured first place, earning him a whopping cash prize of over $22,000, highlighting the economic aspect of competitive pumpkin growing.
Giegner emphasized the importance of focusing on soil biology and health in growing such massive pumpkins, providing a glimpse into agricultural techniques behind these giants.
Brandon Dawson claimed second place with a 2,465-pound pumpkin, sharing his trials of transporting it down a bumpy road, yet still celebrated for his achievement.
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