Watermelon production will increase by almost 22% this campaign in Murcia, Spain

Watermelon cultivation in the Region of Murcia will experience a growth of 21.85 percent in the current campaign, according to first estimates, exceeding 178,000 tons in an area of 2,775 hectares. The Minister of Water, Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, Sara Rubira, evaluated these figures during the visit this morning to the facilities of the Alimer Cooperative in Lorca. "It is one of the most prominent crops in the Region of Murcia, especially in the summer, recognized and demanded nationally and present in international markets, mainly in Germany," explained Rubira. "The region's watermelon is characterized by being more resistant and better prepared for the current climate situation. In addition, it retains an excellent flavor and texture that differentiates it from products from other regions and makes it highly in demand," added the counselor. . Of the 178,410 tons planned, the majority corresponds to seedless watermelon (166,110 tons), compared to seeded watermelon ...