watermelons
Melon 1 ships 300,000 retail display bins Through Labor Day
Melon 1 marks one of its strongest seasons yet, with about 300,000 retail display bins delivered to retail from Fourth...
Produce industry headlines: August 3, 2026
Catch up on July's grocery executive changes, Walmart's drone delivery expansion, growers' response to rising input costs, and more.
Produce industry headlines: July 15, 2026
Links today include Kroger divesting in Florida, Aldi targets a new state, grocers embracing price cuts, crop updates, and more.
Melon 1 celebrates America 250 with retail program
This season, more than 315,000 patriotic Melon 1 watermelon display bins are appearing in retail locations across the East Coast...
Melon 1 starts watermelon season with enhanced consumer outreach
Melon 1 launches its 2026 domestic watermelon season with strong early harvests in Florida and moving up the East Coast...
NWPB marks 12 Years at Marine Corps marathon
The National Watermelon Promotion Board is proud to be back serving watermelon at the Marine Corps Marathon Finish Festival.
Watermelon board names winners of the 2025 Retail Merchandising Contest
The National Watermelon Promotion Board is proud to announce the winners of its 17th Annual Watermelon Retail Merchandising Contest.
National Watermelon Association leaders visit DC for ag labor discussions
National Watermelon Association leaders traveled to Washington, DC to advocate for needed improvements for the U.S. watermelon industry.
Legend Produce expands melon program with mini watermelons
Legend Produce adds mini watermelons to its renowned melon program. This expansion complements its successful full size seedless offerings.
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,...
Watermelon Board elects new leadership
Winter Springs, FL March 6, 2025 — The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) BB #:153670 convened its Spring 2025...
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...
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...
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,...
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 —...
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,...
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...
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...
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