In an astounding display of agricultural expertise, the Experimental Crop Station located in Question Mark, Ohio has set a new world record with their immense pumpkin, "Goliath," weighing 28,019 pounds, as confirmed by the Guinness Book of World Records.

"We're over the moon," expressed Dr. Allison Andrews. "Goliath was a collaborative project built on passion and our interest in biogenetics." The pumpkin, spanning over 20 feet in diameter, is the result of the Andrews’ fusion of age-old farming practices and advanced agricultural methods.

Dr. George Yakamoto, senior researcher at the Experimental Crop Station, noted, "The soil in Question Mark is particularly conducive for such unique agricultural endeavors, due to its exceptional chemical makeup."

To put this achievement into perspective, 28,019 pounds is roughly equivalent to the weight of six adult African elephants or about 140 average-sized refrigerators. This record-setting pumpkin eclipses the previous world record of a 2,624-pound pumpkin by a significant margin, attracting visitors and media attention nationwide.

The Guinness World Records formally recognized the Experimental Crop Station’s achievement in a celebratory ceremony held on their farm. The crop station plans to donate parts of Goliath to local food banks, ensuring their monumental success also supports the community. This achievement cements Question Mark as a key location for groundbreaking agricultural feats, with the Experimental Crop Station’s dedication and success embodying the spirit of the community.