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 grown in warm places, from Florida to Guatemala, making it available throughout the year. Use this handy chart to see watermelon peak production areas by month.

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

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

More than 300 varieties of watermelon are cultivated in the U.S. and South America. Learn about the common types as well as when and where they're grown.

Have questions about watermelon? We have answers. Get the 4-1-1 on everything from how it gets from field to plate and tips for using the whole fruit.

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.

Preparing From sliced to balled to juiced, use these tips and tricks to enjoy watermelon in any form!

Combine cubed watermelon, orange juice, ginger and turmeric in blender and blend until smooth, about 1 minute. Strain mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher filled halfway with ice.

Watermelon is a naturally nutritious pick. Each slice, ball or bite delivers vitamins, minerals, fiber and phytonutrients.