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National Watermelon Association Crowns Elanie Mason as 2025 National Watermelon Queen

February 22, 2025 For Immediate Release Contact: George Szczepanski 863-937-8418 george@nwawatermelon.com   National Watermelon Association Crowns Elanie Mason as 2025 National Watermelon Queen Austin, TX – The National Watermelon Association (NWA) proudly announced the crowning of Elanie Mason as the 2025 National Watermelon Queen during its annual National Convention in Austin, Texas. Elanie, who previously…

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National Watermelon Association Honors Industry Leaders at Annual Convention

February 22, 2025 For Immediate Release Contact: George Szczepanski 863-937-8418 george@nwawatermelon.com   National Watermelon Association Honors Industry Leaders at Annual Convention in Austin, Texas Austin, TX – The National Watermelon Association (NWA) proudly recognized three outstanding individuals for their dedication and contributions to the watermelon industry during its annual National Convention in Austin, Texas. Raymon…

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NWA Announces Partnership with JPH Law Firm

February 22, 2025 For Immediate Release Contact: George Szczepanski 863-937-8418 george@nwawatermelon.com   National Watermelon Association Announces Partnership with JPH Law Firm to Support Members on Labor Policy & Compliance Austin, TX – The National Watermelon Association (NWA) is proud to announce a new partnership with JPH Law Firm, establishing an ongoing resource to help NWA…

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President Trump Directs Agencies to Restart Water Infrastructure Plan for California

President Trump is taking action to revitalize California’s water infrastructure, which is vital for the state’s future. He has urged key federal agencies, including the National Marine Fisheries Service and the Bureau of Reclamation, to resume essential initiatives that were previously paused. The President’s plan focuses on diverting more water from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta…

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Labor Policy to be a focus of Convention Education

The Friday morning education program at convention will feature a keynote session from Shawn Packer of JPH Law Firm, who specializes in helping companies navigate the regulatory landscape of the farm labor and H2-A system.  His talk will focus on updates and best practices re: H2-A, and will also include participation in a panel discussion,…

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USDA Import Fee Structure Update

The USDA is updating its fee structure for Section 8e import inspections to align with modern shipping practices by introducing a new per-pound fee system based on the actual volume of inspected products. This change, finalized by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, aims to provide a more accurate assessment of fees, allowing shippers to anticipate…

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NWA: 2025 Will be a Big Year for Our Members

Looking Ahead: 5 Things to Watch for in 2025   As we step into the new year, we’re excited about the opportunities ahead for the watermelon community. Here are five key initiatives to look forward to in 2025: Back in the Lone Star State – We’re thrilled to bring the National Watermelon Convention to Texas,…

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USDA Seeks Nominees for National Watermelon Promotion Board

The USDA is seeking nominations for the National Watermelon Promotion Board, providing a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of our industry. Eight seats are available for terms from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028. Two producers and two handler representatives from Districts 4 and 5 to help lead the way. Nominations are due…

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Golf registration now open!

 Join us for the Arnold Mack Memorial Invitational Golf Tournament at the beautiful Grey Rock Golf Course in Austin, TX, on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Nestled among 160 acres of magnificent oaks, this stunning course offers captivating views and an enjoyable experience for golfers at every level. Whether you’re an avid golfer or simply looking…

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NWA: 2024 Highlights

Looking Back: NWA’s Top 5 Highlights of 2024 As the year draws to a close, we’re reflecting on some of the accomplishments that make us proud to be part of the watermelon community. Here are five standout moments from 2024: Record-Breaking Promotions by Queen Jules – Our National Watermelon Queen achieved an incredible milestone, completing…

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Latest News: Assessment Increase Approved

The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) has secured USDA approval for a 3-cent per hundredweight assessment increase, raising the total to 9 cents per hundredweight. The increase, split between producers, handlers, and importers, will fund expanded research, promotion, and education efforts to boost demand for watermelon. The new rate takes effect January 22, 2025, with…

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NWA Releases Winter Vineline Magazine

  We are excited to announce The Newest Vineline Edition In this edition, we are sharing vital insights and updates. Here are some highlights: Exciting updates from the National Watermelon Promotion Board and uplifting stories from our Watermelon Queens. Get ready for an incredible experience at The National Watermelon Convention in Austin and five things…

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NWA Funded Research from 2023 Grant Program: Increasing pollinator visitation and controlling whiteflies

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NWA Funded Research from 2023 Grant Program: Arbuscular mycorrhizae fungi associated management of Fusarium wilt in watermelon

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Suppression of Fusarium Wilt of Watermelon by Mycoviruses

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Monitoring development of fungicide resistance in populations of the Fusarium wilt pathogen

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Determining sensitivity of watermelon Fusarium wilt pathogen to chemical fungicides

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Determining the efficacy of pre-plant fumigation and compact bed geometry for Fusarium wilt management in seedless watermelon

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Evaluation of fungicides and Actigard for the control of Fusarium wilt of watermelon in a commercial watermelon field in Georgia, 2013

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Evaluation of fungicides and Actigard for the control of Fusarium wilt of watermelon in Georgia, 2013

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EVALUATION OF SELECTED FUNGICIDES AND ACTIGARD (ACEBENZOLAR-S-METHYL) FOR THE CONTROL OF FUSARIUM WILT OF WATERMELON

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Examining the effects of planting date on Fusarium wilt and foliar disease incidence, and fungicide efficacy in Florida

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Field trial for Fusarium wilt race 2 resistance in watermelon

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Management of Fusarium wilt and foliar diseases of watermelon through application of fungicides through drip irrigation

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A major QTL associated with Fusarium oxysporum race 1 resistance identified in genetic populations derived from closely related watermelon lines using selective genotyping and genotyping-by-sequencing for SNP discovery

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MANAGEMENT OF FUSARIUM WILT AND FOLIAR DISEASES OF WATERMELON THROUGH APPLICATION OF FUNGICIDES THROUGH DRIP IRRIGATION

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Monitoring development of fungicide resistance in populations of the Fusarium wilt pathogen

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Field evaluation of Fusarium wilt race 1 resistance in commercially available triploid watermelon varieties

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QTL mapping of resistance to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. niveum race 2 and Papaya ringspot virus in Citrullus amarus

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The role of soil fertility and soil cations on disease resistance and the severity of Fusarium wilt of watermelon

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The role of soil fertility on the severity of Fusarium Wilt of Watermelon

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The role of soil fertility and soil cations on disease resistance and the severity of Fusarium wilt of watermelon

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A major QTL associated with Fusarium oxysporum race 1 resistance identified in genetic populations derived from closely related watermelon lines using selective genotyping and genotyping-by-sequencing for SNP discovery

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2021 Survey of Whitefly-transmitted Viruses in Watermelon and Other Cucurbit Crops in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi

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Survey of Whitefly-transmitted Viruses in Watermelon and Other Cucurbit Crops in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi

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Zucchini yellow mosaic virus–resistant Watermelon Breeding Line

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Occurrence Of Viruses Infecting Watermelon, Other Cucurbits, and Weeds in the Parts of Southern United States

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Genetic diversity in the 30-terminal region of papaya ringspot virus (PRSV-W) isolates from watermelon in Oklahoma

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First Report of Alfalfa mosaic virus Associated with Severe Mosaic and Mottling of Pepper (Capsicum annuum) and White Clover (Trifolium repens) in Oklahoma

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First Confirmed Report of Tobacco ringspot virus in Cucurbits Crops in Oklahoma

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Distribution of Viruses Infecting Cucurbit Crops and Isolation of Potential New Virus-Like Sequences from Weeds in Oklahoma

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Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) transmitted Squash vein yellowing virus (SqVYV): a component of Watermelon Vine Decline in South Florida

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