Travis Gienger eyes pumpkin world record after fifth California contest win

Minnesota horticulture teacher Travis Gienger won his fifth pumpkin contest in Half Moon Bay, California, and is eyeing a world record.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 13, 2026 at 1:30 AM EDT

Horticulture teacher Travis Gienger claimed his fifth win at the annual pumpkin contest in Half Moon Bay, California.

Gienger transported his pumpkin from Minnesota to the California event. He is now eyeing a pumpkin world record.

Originally reported by BBC News. Read the full story at BBC News

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