WESTSIDE CALIFORNIA MELONS

Flavor guides Russell family's melon business
In its advertisements, winemaker Paul Masson used to boast, “We’ll sell no wine before its... Read more.


Mandatory California cantaloupe audits kick in
Although the new, mandatory California cantaloupe food safety rule became effective earlier this year, retailers... Read more.


Better flavor's the gold ring for melon breeders
WOODLAND, Calif. — Vegetable breeders for St. Louis-based Monsanto Co. have taken what they’ve learned... Read more.




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Irrigation cutbacks challenge planning
Not knowing what your water supplies are going to be from year to year has challenged California Westside... Read more.


Early start should allow for July Fourth promotions
Unusually warm spring weather has accelerated the growth of melon plantings on California’s Westside, prompting... Read more.


Food safety at the forefront for melon industry
After last year’s cantaloupe outbreak in the Rocky Ford area of Colorado, the melon industry... Read more.


Dulcinea Farms celebrates 10th year
Dulcinea Farms, LLC, Ladera Ranch, Calif., celebrates its 10th year of business this season. General manager... Read more.



Food safety concerns hurt melons in acreage competition
Melon supply may be slightly down this season, and shortage of field space is a major reason for that. “Prices... Read more.


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