In the field they don't stop to thump the watermelons, they just look at them." The watermelon rind often provides clues to its ripeness, Egel said. "A watermelon that is ripe will be faded on the top ...

As summer peaks, watermelon demand rises, so does adulteration risk. The Food Safety Department urges caution. Tiruppur officials seized 1100 kg of substandard watermelons. Ten tips guide consumers to ...

It is important to identify the fruits correctly before buying them in the market. Let's know how to identify summer fruits?

It is also suggested to inspect the outer rind of watermelon fpr vibrant colours and a smooth, firm texture. A ripe watermelon typically has a deep green colour with darker stripes or spots.

Watermelons, composed of over 90% water, are a popular seasonal fruit packed with essential vitamins A, C, and B6 ...

It’s around this time of year that I start dreaming of sweet summer melons. A perfectly ripe watermelon, chilled in the fridge, is the ideal balm for an exhaustingly hot afternoon. Some people ...

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) raised an alarm on the dangers of artificial fruit ...