The National Watermelon Association brought together growers, shippers, and industry stakeholders at its 2026 Annual Meeting ...

"We will diversify our food supply by advancing crop farming, forestry, animal husbandry, and fisheries in tandem." "Initiatives will be advanced to invigorate the seed industry, and faster moves will ...

If you've noticed stunted watermelon growth, don't fret—our expert advice will get your melons back on track. Nothing says summer like a juicy, sweet, homegrown watermelon. The classic summertime ...

There is nothing more satisfying than slicing open a watermelon that came straight from your own garden -- especially on a hot summer day. It's one of those simple joys of the season: Cold, juicy, and ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Kenneth Simons turned 90 this July, and his passion for growing watermelons goes back to the 1940s when he bought his first car for just $30. Now, he sells them out of the back ...

VALLEY, Neb. (WOWT) - A million watermelons, give or take a few. From bloom, harvest and hauled, washed and measured. “Bigger is better,” said Tyler Nelson, who along with his wife Pam owns and runs ...

The watermelon is a sweet juicy nutritious fruit that is rich in vitamins C, A and B6 and minerals good for human health. It helps in controlling blood pressure, healthy skin and boosting the immune ...

That which does not kill us makes us stronger. Until some colleagues set me straight, I thought the person who uttered that line was a watermelon farmer. Had to be. What else could inspire such a ...

With high yields, short maturity period and ready market, commercial watermelon farming is being embraced by many farmers. Watermelon farming is popular in Kenya because the fruit is in high demand ...