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- Hello Folks! Today we will be discussing one of my favorite fruits: the magnificent Watermelon
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- The Watermelon has a rich history and prominent presence in the commercial food industry. Without further ado... let's get to it!
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- The very first watermelons date back to about 4,000 years ago. It is said the first ones grew in Northeast Africa. In fact, remains of watermelon seeds have been found in Egyptian tombs, a sign of their importance.
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- Watermelons are made of 91% water. Surprisingly, early watermelons grew in the desert. Their high water concentration ensured they always had water stored.
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- Fun fact: sweetness is linked to the color of the meat. It went from green to orange to the current red and became more sweet. We don’t know for sure when it got the red color .
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- The watermelon traveled to the Americas aboard Spanish boats in 1576. It first arrived in Florida.
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- There are a variety of issues when it comes to the growth and distribution of watermelons. One notable one is that watermelons require warm temperatures and lots of water to grow. Climate change has decreased rainfall in many parts of the world, which negatively impacts watermelon growth.
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- Watermelon plants produce a female and male flower. These flowers are viable for only one day. Growers must ensure that there are enough pollinating insects visiting the plants to allow for proper pollination. Without it, the watermelons will not grow in the classic round shape, or at all.
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- Watermelons require a lot of space and fuel to be transported as they are so large and heavy. With fuel prices rising, this makes it harder to distribute watermelons where they need to be in a timely fashion.
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- There are various degrees of quality available for commercial purchase . Watermelons can range in shape from round to oblong. The rind colors can be light green to dark green and the inside meat can range from dark red to red to yellow.
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- When deciding where to purchase watermelons commercially, the best place to go is to a wholesale produce distributor. For example, US Foods is one of the top wholesale distributors in the country for all kinds of foods and drinks at wholesale prices. If you want to go a more local route, you can turn to Purvey’d, which services Queens, Manhattan, and Brooklyn
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- 3 Main Types:
- Open pollinated: seeds are saved from generation to the next, the least expensive option
- F1 hybrids: the seeds are two crossed lines. Often results in more uniformity but the seeds are more expensive than open pollinated
- Triploid (seedless watermelons): seeded watermelon plants are crossed with plants with double the number of chromosomes. These extra chromosomes prevent the seeds from forming fully. The premium in the marketplace
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- Watermelons are normally priced by the pound, or you can pay by the piece. When purchasing a watermelon from a US producer, the price is normally $0.45 to $0.62 per pound. If you import , the price is closer to $1.54/pound.
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- Watermelons are available in the market year-round. Roughly 30 states within the United States grow watermelon, with harvesting beginning on the East Coast in the spring and moving westward throughout the warmer months. Even during the colder months, we turn to our neighbors in Central America, mainly Mexico, to continue to supply watermelons to market.
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- The watermelon provides many benefits to consumers. As the name implies, it helps you stay hydrated. This is necessary for all bodily functions.
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- Watermelon is high in Vitamin A, which supports skin and eye health. It also has more Lycopene than any other fruit or veggie. Lycopene is an antioxidant that is linked to a decreased risk of cancer, heart disease, and eye-related diseases.
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- Uncut watermelons can be stored at room temperature for 7-10 days. An uncut watermelon should be kept refrigerated once initially refrigerated. Cut watermelon should be refrigerated and has a shelf life of about 4-7 days. Do not freeze watermelon, as this causes the rind to break down and makes it mushy.
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- Growers may face a challenge when deciding whether to plant early to yield an earlier crop for distribution or wait a little longer to ensure a higher rate of germination. A more recent challenge in supplying watermelon is the decrease in available farm labor due to new deportation plans.
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- Some current uses for watermelon are to cut it up and eat it fresh. Blend it for a juice or smoothie. Include it in salads, desserts, or salsas. You can also grill the meat for a savory twist. The rind of the fruit can be hollowed out for use as a serving dish.
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- Future uses for the watermelon include the rise of the rind. Similar to a cucumber. it can be pickled and used in sushi. It can also be used in a sweet context by candying the rind or turning it into a jam. The rind offers the benefits of the watermelon meat with a punch of fiber. Rind jerky could be next…
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- Thank you for coming along with me to learn about the commercial journey of a watermelon. Make sure to stay hydrated!
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