Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Kooser covers the quirky side of science and space. Watermelon is the unofficial fruit mascot of summer in the U.S. Seeded, ...

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The science pros at TKOR attempt deep frying a watermelon, combining culinary chaos, chemistry, and extreme heat for wild ...

Summer brings scorching temperatures and the need for foods that can help us stay cool, hydrated, and energized. Among all the seasonal produce available, watermelon stands out as nature’s perfect ...

Summer officially begins this week, and for many, it means melon season. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, in 2022 approximately 21.1 pounds of melon were available per U.S. consumer.

Imagine biting into a cool, crisp slice of watermelon on a hot summer day. Now, pivot and think about the last time you ate something watermelon-flavored — like a Sour Patch Kids watermelon candy or ...

It's watermelon season! Grocery stores and markets are full of the juicy fruits - and the State Farmers' Market and Museum of Life and Science are gearing up to celebrate them (but in different ways).