National Watermelon Day is celebrated on August 3 every year to honor the delicious and refreshing fruit. Learn about the history of watermelon and interesting facts about this fruit in this article.
National Watermelon Day 2023
National Watermelon Day is celebrated every year on August 3 to honor this delicious fruit. Watermelon is known for being 92% water, making it a great snack and a great way to stay hydrated.
The history of growing this fruit dates back to 2000 BC with the first watermelon seeds found in Northeast Africa dating back 5000 years.
The National Library of Medicine mentions: “Archaeological remains of watermelons, mainly seeds, dating from 5000 years ago have been found in northeastern Africa. An image of a large, striped, elongated fruit on a tray has been found in an Egyptian tomb dating back at least 4000 years ago.
Today this fruit is the choice of many people. China is known as a country with high watermelon production with more than 38 million products produced in 2020.
On this wonderful occasion, we bring you some interesting facts about watermelon:
- According to the Guinness World Records, the heaviest watermelon ever grown was that of Chris Kent in the US, weighing 350.5 lb. He received the award on October 4, 2013.
- The official name of this delicious fruit is Citrullus lanatus according to the National Library of Medicine.
- Watermelon.org says there are more than 1,200 varieties of watermelon grown in 96 countries worldwide.
- Watermelon is considered a popular gift for homeowners in China. According to Agricultural Journal, this fruit preserves the agricultural cultural heritage in China.
- Early explorers used the fruit as a canteen according to Watermelon.org.
- Watermelon rind can be used to make pickles. The first recipe for this dish was published in 1796 in the American Cookery cookbook.
- According to FAOSTAT data, the US is the 8th largest watermelon producer in the world. China holds the top spot.
How to celebrate National Watermelon Day?
Here are a few ways you can celebrate National Watermelon Day:
- Organize a picnic: Gather your friends and family and celebrate this wonderful day by eating watermelon.
- Hold a watermelon carving contest: This is an interesting activity that will attract young and old alike to participate. See who can carve the best watermelon.
- Watermelon Hunting: Hide watermelons around your yard or neighborhood and give clues to your friends and family to find hidden watermelon treasures.
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