Giant gord growers will be making their way from all across the Pacific Northwest to take part in the B.C. Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off at Krause Berry Farms this Saturday, Oct. 5.

Officiated by the Great Pumpkin Commonwealth and certified as a world recognized giant pumpkin weigh-off event, hundreds come every fall to see contestants compare their sizable veggies; this will be Krause Farm鈥檚 fifth year hosting.

Weigh-off time is at 11 a.m., with giant squashes, tomatoes, and watermelons also competing in their own categories.

It can be hours until a winner is crowned as the process tries to ensure pumpkins are weighed as carefully and delicately as possible 鈥� the order goes from lightest to heaviest with the event expected to wrap up at 3 p.m.

Sponsors will be providing cash and prizes for first to 10th place, plus raffle draw prizes for guests.

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The Great Pumpkin Commonwealth (GPC) will be providing official plaques and ribbons for seven different categories including heaviest and prettiest pumpkin.

Last year, 91原创鈥檚 own Scott Carley placed first in B.C. with his giant pumpkin that weighed in at 1,436 pounds.

In 2017, Carley set the B.C. record with 1,536, the heaviest pumpkin in the province鈥檚 history; something he鈥檚 been aiming to beat ever since. The grower said it takes 鈥渇ertilizer, steady feeding, drip irrigation, and all those things to grow them big.鈥�

Admission is free; all of Krause鈥檚 yearly attractions including their waffle bar, winery, and gift store will be open at 6179 248 St.

People can also pick their very own pumpkin from Krause鈥檚 fields while tasting many of their pumpkin flavored treats, facepainting, live music, and an appearance by Cinderella will also be happening throughout the day.

The winning pumpkin will stay at Krause farms throughout the fall season for visiters to see.

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