Yellow Squash Problem

We’re having problems with our straight neck yellow squash. The squash are only getting 1-2 inches long, then they shrivel up with deep wrinkles. I’m assuming that they will die and fall off the vine but haven’t yet. What is causing this?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 07/06/2011 @ 9:21 am

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