Watermelons

Watermelon is a warm-season fruit thought to have originated in the deserts and semi-

tropical regions of southern Africa. Hieroglyphics found on the walls of ancient Egyptian buildings depict the first watermelon harvest occurring nearly 5,000 years ago. Today, watermelons are produced in 96 countries, mostly in warm cli- mates. Georgia, Florida, and Texas are the top producers in the United States. Although rinds look hardy, they are actually quite fragile and require handpicking. Watermelon is completely edible: the flesh is delicious, the seeds can be roasted, and the rind can be used for making preserves, pickles, and relish.

Sources: National Watermelon Promotion Board, North Carolina State University

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Watermelons

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