watermelons

ProduceIQ: Growers struggle with the cost of growing

Ask any vegetable grower, “How do you make a small fortune in farming?” In times like these, the answer is,...

2 weeks ago 3 minute read

National Watermelon Association names queen, honors industry leaders at annual convention

Austin, TX – The National Watermelon Association (NWA) BB #:163428 proudly announced the crowning of Elanie Mason as the 2025...

1 month ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Berry good deals to start 2025

It’s that time of the year again. If you are one of the lucky ones on holiday vacation, you may...

3 months ago 4 minute read

NWA endorses member on U.S. Secretary of Agriculture shortlist

November 14, 2024 Lakeland, FL – The National Watermelon Association (NWA) BB #:163428 proudly supports the consideration of Sarah Frey,...

5 months ago 2 minute read

NWPB keeps Marine Corps Marathon hydrated for the 11th year

Team Watermelon Distributes 16 Pallets of Fresh Watermelon to Runners and Supporters Winter Springs, FL – October 28, 2024 —...

5 months ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Southeast still coping with storm aftermath

Despite a relatively slow hurricane season, tropical systems continue to wreak havoc. A Category 1 Hurricane-soaked Hawaii over the weekend,...

7 months ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Extreme weather hits Texas and West

Over the last seven days, 6-20 inches of rain fell in Houston, TX, and surrounding areas. Most places experienced the...

11 months ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Wind challenges golfers and growers alike

It was a blustery weekend for the players at The Masters in Augusta, GA, and fresh produce growers across the...

12 months ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Watermelon supply mysteriously evaporates overnight

Spring is not all vibrant blooms and backyard grilling. The arrival of warmer weather brings a capriciousness to forecasts that...

1 year ago 4 minute read

NWPB releases research, strategies for merchandising watermelon

Winter Springs, FL – March 21, 2024 – The National Watermelon and Promotion Board (NWPB) BB #:153670 announced the release...

1 year ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: A very lucky Weekly Market Highlights

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! As the luck of the Irish would have it, we’re kicking off this week’s produce industry...

1 year ago 5 minute read

National Watermelon Association awards Outstanding Service Award

March 7, 2024 Scottsdale, AZ, and Idaho Falls, ID – Eagle Eye Produce BB #:156533 and the National WatermelonAssociation (NWA)...

1 year ago 3 minute read

Mexico continues to grow watermelon production in 2023

Mexican watermelon production registered 1.199 million tons at the end of November 2023, exceeding the annual totals for 2021 and...

1 year ago 2 minute read

Pacific Trellis expands PureHeart watermelon sourcing

Los Angeles, CA, December 12, 2023. Pacific Trellis Fruit, LLC. BB #:164166 dba Dulcinea Farms, the owner of the Dulcinea...

1 year ago 2 minute read

Ark Foods embarks on new watermelon trials

IMMOKALEE, FL (November 27, 2023) – Ark Foods, BB #:290462 the modern-day farming company on a mission to showcase the...

1 year ago 3 minute read

Watermelon board sponsors D.C. Marine marathon

Winter Springs, FL – November 9, 2023 — The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) BB #:153670 is proud to announce its...

1 year ago 3 minute read

Watermelon board announces 2023 retail merchandising contest winners

Winter Springs, FL – October 26, 2023 — The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) BB #:153670, has named winners in...

1 year ago 4 minute read

Lipman expands watermelon distribution

IMMOKALEE, FL (SEPTEMBER 26, 2023) – Lipman BB #:110471 is thrilled to announce the appointment of Doug Miller as the...

2 years ago 3 minute read
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