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Scott Robb Reigns Again with 122.7 lb Cabbage | Anchorage News

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Scott Robb reigns supreme once more as Alaska’s cabbage king, crushing the competition with a 122.7-pound giant at the 30th annual State Fair Cabbage Weigh-Off—his fourth straight win and closest yet to his own world record. With raised beds, moose-proof fencing, and top-tier genetics, Robb’s victory is no fluke. Meanwhile, nine-year-old Paul Dinkel stunned in second place, continuing family glory, while Brian Shunskis and junior champ Hunter Sterling also shone. And get this—the governor just made cabbage Alaska’s official vegetable, adding even more prestige to these colossal greens on display until the fair ends. It’s not just about size—it’s about passion, grit, and the unstoppable power of the green thumb.

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Scott Robb is the undisputed king of Cavage in Alaska once again. He took home the top prize at the 30th annual Alaska State Fair Cavage Way Off with a colossal 122.7 pounder. This marks his fourth consecutive win, solidifying his legacy in the giant vegetable game. Robb's secret weapon, a combination of good genetics, raised beds to keep things clean and a 30 fence to ward off any hungry moose. His winning Cavage this year was the closest anyone has come to his own world record of 138.25 pounds. Set back in. 2012. It's not just about the big names though. Nine-year-old Paul Dinkle snagged second place with a 98.2 pound Cavage continuing a family tradition. Brian Schinsky's, a five time champ himself, came in third. Even the junior division saw some impressive growth, with Hunter Sterling taking the top spot for the second year running. According to the excitement, the governor recently signed a bill making the Cavage the

official vegetable of Alaska. This legislative nod to our cruciferous friend comes just as these giants are on display at the fair. The winning Cavages and many others will be there for everyone to see until the fair wraps up. While Robb's victory is impressive, it's the passion for growing these massive vegetables that really shines through. From season champions to first time growers, the Alaska State Fair Cavage Way Off is a testament to dedication, a little bit of science, and a whole lot of green thumb power. From your city, powered by AI, this is Anchorage News Today.

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