Fall and Winter Type Squash and Pumpkin Grades and Standards

Grades of Fall and Winter Type Squash and Pumpkin

U.S. No. 1 consists of squash or pumpkin which meet the following requirements:

a. Basic requirements:

i. Similar varietal characteristics;

ii. Well matured; and,

iii. Not broken or cracked.

b. Free from: Soft rot or wet breakdown.

c. Free from damage by:

i. Scars;

ii. Dry rot;

iii. Freezing;

iv. Dirt;

v. Disease;

vi. Insects; and,

vii. Mechanical or other means.

U.S. No. 2 consists of squash or pumpkin which meet the following requirements:

a. Basic requirements:

i. Similar varietal characteristics;

ii. Fairly well matured; and,

iii. Not broken or cracked.

b. Free from: Soft rot or wet breakdown.

c. Free from serious damage by:

i. Scars;

ii. Dry rot;

iii. Freezing;

iv. Dirt;

v. Disease;

vi. Insects; and,

vii. Mechanical or other means.

Visual Aids

Unofficial Fall and Winter Type Squash and Pumpkin Visual Aid (pdf)

Official Visual Aids are available for Purchase. See How to Purchase Visual Aids for more details.

Detailed standards, Inspection Instructions & Other Resources: