Here at NWA HQ, we’re used to friends, family, and consumers asking us all about watermelons, and frequently, the “how did they get rid of the seeds?” question comes up. This article is one of the better representations of that process, in a short, easy to digest format, dating back to the late 1930s, when a Japanese plant breeder made significant progress in watermelon cultivation by creating seedless varieties through breeding watermelons with different numbers of chromosomes.
This article also gives some other good high level information, including dietary info on how it is packed with essential nutrients and powerful antioxidants and hailed for its potential in cancer prevention, and how watermelon has a rich history dating back to ancient Africa. Take a read if you’re looking for more source information for the next time a friend becomes curious about our favorite fruit.
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