Learn about the wonderful world of watermelon with recipes, carvings, educational resources, activities and industry promotion materials.
Watermelon Contains Many Nutrients and Beneficial Plant Compounds Watermelon is packed with nutrient-dense minerals, fiber (4% DV in 2 cups), and antioxidant-rich phytonutrients, like beta carotene (0.9 mg per 2-cup serving) and lycopene.
Watermelon is a nutrient-dense food that contains vitamins, mineral and dietary fiber with no added sugars. Learn about its many benefits.
Is watermelon a fruit or vegetable? Find the answer to this and more with our list of facts and answers to frequently asked questions.
Have questions about watermelon? We have answers. Get the 4-1-1 on everything from how it gets from field to plate and tips for using the whole fruit.
Explore how watermelon is grown, harvested and prepared for sale. Learn its history and how sun, bees, soil and water optimize fruit set, size and yield.
Watermelon was grown by the ancient Egyptians and it’s still evolving today. More than 300 varieties of watermelon are cultivated in the United States and South America, where complementary growing seasons provide a year-round supply of watermelon in an array of shapes, colors and sizes. The development of seedless varieties revolutionized the watermelon market, making this age-old fruit ...
Discover the nutritional benefits of watermelon and how it contributes to a healthy lifestyle with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids.
Using the whole watermelon is a sustainable way to create nutritious meals without creating food waste. So, keep scrolling to learn how you can use the rind, flesh and watermelon juice and calculate how much using the whole watermelon can help the earth.