Cantaloupe production in Canada can encounter size snag

Published 2022년 1월 6일

Tridge summary

Saskatchewan is experiencing a high demand for its sweet cantaloupes, but there are challenges in meeting the size requirements set by North American retail stores. To address this issue, provincial vegetable specialist Connie Achtymichuk is exploring the possibility of creating a program that better suits the size profile of Saskatchewan-grown cantaloupes. Last year, a study was conducted to evaluate the size profiles, taste, ripening times, and yields of various cantaloupe varieties. The research also highlighted the benefits of growing cantaloupes on plastic, which helps increase heat, moisture, and control weeds. Additionally, the importance of washing cantaloupes before consumption to prevent bacterial contamination was emphasized. The study is also looking into the sugar value of Saskatchewan-grown cantaloupes in comparison to those in the market, with expectations of surpassing store-bought varieties.
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Saskatchewan-grown cantaloupe is in demand for its sweetness but it doesn’t always meet size requirements for stores. “In order to sell into retail, we do need to meet some specifications,” said provincial vegetable specialist Connie Achtymichuk. There are specific sizes in the North American market, she said, but retailers can alter those if they know in advance. Saskatchewan producers might be able to establish a program that suits the size profile of their fruit. Last year, a research project at the irrigation centre in Outlook set out to examine size profiles and shelf-life of different varieties. Achtymichuk said four-week-old seedlings from eight varieties were transplanted into plastic on fields June 1. While the main question was size distribution, researchers also wanted to know which varieties tasted best, which ripened earliest and what yields could be expected. Previous research involved growing cantaloupe in a protected environment such as high tunnels. “While there’s ...

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