Watermelon is the perfect fruit to eat on a summer day. This refreshing fruit is the perfect snack, picnic food or summer dessert. They are also considered a health food as they only have about 40 calories per cup. We love this summer staple at Kornegay Family Farms and Produce and we take pride in knowing it’s grown using the best practices.
Refreshing News, Articles, & Resources
North Carolina Watermelon Association
The North Carolina Watermelon Association is an organization that connects growers, shippers, buyers, seed companies, and associated groups interested in watermelon production. They are a crucial advocate for this industry. Learn more about this organization.
Watermelon Research
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University plays a key role in increasing the knowledge of producers and consumers about this sweet commodity. Learn more about the research and that is being conducted.
North Carolina Sharing Knowledge on Watermelon Production
The North Carolina Extension Agency hosted a two part Watermelon Production Series to sponsor the transfer of knowledge about certain watermelon production strategies to growers in partnership with the NC Watermelon Association. The series included Strategies for Weed Control through Crop Rotation and Controlling Anthracnose and Fusarium in Watermelon. Listen to both parts of the series here.
The Watermelon Story
Learn how this sweet treat goes from small seed to your summer picnic through this short illustration of the watermelon supply chain. Watermelon.Org also features more facts about watermelon growers, nutrition, and recipes, as well as activities for the whole family to enjoy.