Melons are cultivated in outstanding quantities to ensure regular and efficient supply round the year. We grow, collect and distribute various melons including; Water Melon, Cantelope. These products are healthy for human consumption and hence poses a good market for the Southern Africa sub-region.
WATERMELON
One of the most popular types of melons, watermelon is a vine-like, flowering plant. The fruit has a thick green skin along with a red, orange, or yellow fleshy center. The flesh is very juicy and sweet. It is eaten especially in summers, as it has a high water content. It originates from southern Africa, but is grown all over the world now. There are many varieties of watermelons, some weighing less than 1 kg to others weighing around 90 kg.
CANTELOPE
Also known as: Cantelope, cantaloup, rockmelon, sweet melon, Persian melon, spanspek (South Africa), or Garmak
It is the most popular melon in the United States. Its size ranges from 500 g to 5 kg. Many varieties of cantaloupe are grown and eaten all over the world. It is usually eaten as a fresh fruit or in a salad. It is also served as a dessert with custard or ice cream.