The boots of Cal Hucks kick up dust as he walks through the powdery soil on a patch of farmland five football fields long awaiting nearly 300,000 watermelon seedlings to be planted in the coming hours ...

A ripe watermelon will feel heavy, have a dry brown tendril, a yellow ground spot, dull skin, and a sweet smell. Check that the blossom end is slightly soft, the color is vibrant and uniform, and it ...

HAGERMAN, Idaho — When it comes to summertime staples, there's one fruit that always ends up in the cooler or on the picnic table. It's watermelon, and this time of year, it is the freshest you will ...

There's nothing better than taking a bite out of a slice of fresh watermelon once summertime rolls around. But, if you're a big fan of fresh watermelon, you don't have to wait until your nearest ...

Harvesting melons at the perfect time is crucial to the best eating experience. Melons will have the highest sugar content if allowed to ripen fully on the vine, Kansas State University horticulture ...

Wondering how many watermelons per plant you can grow? The answer depends on your variety, care, and growing conditions. When ...

Summer is rolling along and hopefully, your crops are overflowing in the garden. While tomatoes and peppers make their ripeness easy to see, some crops are more secretive. While you can leave your ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Kooser covers the quirky side of science and space. Watermelon is the unofficial fruit mascot of summer in the U.S. Seeded, ...