There is an abundance of different melon varieties. The most popular are cantaloupes, honeydews and watermelons. However, there are other choices available, such as Crenshaw, Persian, Canary, Galia — and actually thousands of watermelon varieties as well.

Classic Fruit has earned new Fair Trade USA Authorization for its offshore melon operations at Classic Guatemala. Aligning with its commitment to social responsibility, environmental stewardship and integrity, the company said it is excited to further enhance its mission of providing high-quality melons to consumers.

Legend Produce has added mini watermelons to its renowned melon program. This expansion complements the successful full-size seedless watermelon program it currently offers. 

Watermelons, cantaloupes and honeydews are the dominant melons in demand by consumers. Other melon varieties add to the line and help make up an attractive display for customers to choose in the produce department.

The imported melons are finished and are transitioning to the new crop of cantaloupes and honeydews out of California, Arizona. Florida, Texas and Mexico.

With 10 different options during the peak of its summer season, Dulcinea-branded melons will offer many promotional opportunities for retailers over the next several months.

Jeff Nichols, senior manager of supply operations and a sales executive for Los Angeles-based Pacific Trellis Fruit, which markets the Dulcinea Farms products, told The Produce News in mid-May that the plethora of melons would be on retailers’ shelves soon.

With another great offshore melon season coming to an end, the Westside Produce and Classic Fruit Alliance is excited to kick off the domestic melon season in Arizona and California. With first picks out of Arizona expected this week, the team is gearing up for another great year.