http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7033413.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7033413.stm)
Britain's leading pumpkin farmer says wet weather in June and July means that his crop is down by 30% and his pumpkins lack their traditional colour.
You might want to think about the security of your plot and fruits.
YEP ! GOOD THINKING ! Mine are mostly gathered in and I dont think most people know what to do with a Butternut Squash :D Rohaise