Watermelon is packed with nutrient-dense minerals, fiber (4% DV in 2 cups), and antioxidant-rich phytonutrients, like beta carotene (0.9 mg per 2-cup serving) and lycopene.

Watermelon is a nutrient-dense food that contains vitamins, mineral and dietary fiber with no added sugars. Learn about its many benefits.

Enjoy this simple watermelon recipe with only five ingredients, but customize with your own favorites!

A recent study funded by the National Watermelon Promotion Board and published in Nutrients suggests that watermelon can increase nutrient intake and overall diet quality in both children and adults5.

There are other shapes and colors of watermelon, too! With so many varieties, watermelon is instead grouped by characteristics, such as shape, rind color or pattern, and size.

And while 80% of Americans buy watermelon because it tastes good, less than half of people (49%) are aware of the health benefits watermelon provides.1 We hope this resource, dubbed the Wide World …

Learn about the wonderful world of watermelon with recipes, carvings, educational resources, activities and industry promotion materials.

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Beat the heat this summer with refreshing watermelon! From frozen fruity treats to hydrating watermelon juice, there’s something for everyone to enjoy the warm weather ahead.

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