Alaska isn’t just glaciers and moose—it’s also home to giant cabbages and record-breaking crops. The secret? Endless summer daylight.

During growing season, Alaska gets up to 20 hours of sun a day, giving plants nonstop photosynthesis time. Add in cool nights, which reduce stress and help produce dense, hearty vegetables, and you’ve got ideal conditions for mega-growth.

The state’s nutrient-rich soil—thanks to ancient glaciers—only boosts the bounty. With fewer pests, veggies thrive.

At the Alaska State Fair, you’ll see the results: 138-pound cabbages, 65-pound cantaloupes, and more. In the land of the midnight sun, the vegetables don’t just grow—they go big.