PUNTA GORDA, FL (Dec. 1st, 2016) – Brandi Harrison has joined Melon 1 as the new Seed & Plant Operations Manager. Brandi has been working in the watermelon industry for 4 years. Most recently she was with Intergro, Inc. an agricultural solutions company. Her experience also includes being a spokesperson for the Florida Watermelon Association in 2013, and for the National Watermelon Association in 2014.

“We are very pleased to welcome Brandi to our team,” said Rich Chastain, partner at Melon 1. “I know that she will be a great addition, and will continue to work towards our vision to making the seed and plant process easier for our growers.”

Harrison received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from Florida Gulf Coast University. Brandi is an active member of the Florida Watermelon Association, and she also sits on the board of directors. She is also a member of the Texas, Georgia, Alabama and National Watermelon Associations.

Starting now, Melon 1 will be overseeing their own plant program for their farms, and their growers. This will include seed orders, delivery to the green houses, and then delivery of plants to each farm. This will put more of the process in the control of Melon 1, for them to ensure plantings occur on time and that the growing process is seamless for the farmers.

Melon 1, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and oldest watermelon grower and shippers. The Melon 1 team has been growing, packing and shipping watermelons collectively for over 30 years. Melon 1 specializes in a superior product which is shipped year-round from one of over 20 packing sheds on the East Coast of the U.S. They supply watermelons to the Northeast, Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West. 

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DOVER, DE September 13th, -- Melon 1, Inc., has teamed up with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety to continue encouraging safe driving this summer with a new “Use Your Melon” campaign. Delaware grocery stores will be carrying watermelons with “Use Your Melon,” and #DriveSoberDE stickers on them from July to September. From May until June of this year they will be partnered together on a “Buckle Up” awareness campaign as well. In addition to the label promotion, Melon 1 and the Delaware Office of Highway Safety are excited to also carry the theme of “Use Your Melon” to the NASCAR Xfinity Series in partnership with
JD Motorsports. Look for their logos on the No. 4 JD Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro, driven by Ross Chastain, for the Dover Drive Sober 200 race on Saturday October 1st 2016 at 3:00 PM ET. The partnership will also continue for the Xfinity Series Drive Sober 200 race on Saturday October 1st 2016 at 3:00 PM ET. If there are any other watermelon distributors that are interested in using the “Use Your Melon” watermelons stickers, which include a UPC barcode, please contact Tony Priscaro with JD Motorsports at 864-488-1270.
           
Melon 1, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and oldest watermelon grower and shippers. The Melon 1 team has been growing, packing and shipping watermelons collectively for over 30 years. Melon 1 specializes in a superior product which is shipped year-round from one of over 20 packing sheds on the East Coast of the U.S. They supply watermelons to the Northeast, Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West.

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety was established on July 19th 1968 by Executive Order 35. Although it is a state agency, the Office of Highway Safety and its activities are primarily funded through federal grants from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The office of Highway Safety is committed to improving the safety of Delaware’s motoring public by focusing on behavioral traffic safety issues such as impaired driving, seat belt use, aggressive driving, child passenger safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, motorcycle safety, and teen driving issues.   

​JD Motorsports is an American professional stock car racing team that currently competes in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. It is owned and operated by Johnny Davis. The team began running in 2002, and currently fields the No. 0 Chevrolet Camaro full-time for part-time drivers Eric McClure and Garrett Smithley, the No. 01 full-time for Ryan Preece, and the No. 4  Chevrolet Camaro full-time for Ross Chastain.

VIENNA, MD – Melon 1, Inc. is proud to announce that they will be the title sponsor for the First Annual Great American Watermelon Blast. The event is being put on by the same organization that brings you The World Championship Punkin Chunkin each year. The Watermelon Blast will take place on August 26th starting at 9am. The schedule of events includes man made canons that will launch watermelons anywhere from 200 feet to 500 feet in an attempt to hit targets. In addition to the canons, there will be activities for children, food vendors, alcohol vendors and live music. Tickets are $15 in advance and can be purchased at www.watermelonblast.com, or they will be $20 at the event. Children 12 and under are free.

Melon 1, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and oldest watermelon grower and shippers. The Melon 1 team has been growing, packing and shipping watermelons collectively for over 40 years. Melon 1 specializes in a superior product which is shipped year-round from one of over 20 packing sheds on the East Coast of the U.S. They supply watermelons to the Northeast, Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West.

​The World Championship Punkin Chunkin Association (WCPCA) is a trademark nonprofit that raises money for scholarships, as well as organizations that benefit youth and the local community. We host a signature pumpkin-launching event each year, fueling innovative engineering and science-based ideas that draw spectators from all over. We believe that Punkin Chunkin cultivates the odd, challenging, and competitive quest for distance that inspires creativity, ingenuity, teamwork, and passion. It is this very dedication that drives teams to compete using science and engineering skills and brings spectators to the gate which allows us to continue our never ending thirst to support our scholarship and charitable programs. Find out more about them at www.punkinchunkin.com
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DIAMOND POINT, NY – Melon1, Inc. is proud to announce that for yet another year they are sponsoring the Woodstock Fruit Festival located on Trout Lake in New York, in the Southern Adirondack Mountains. The Woodstock Fruit Festival is the world’s premier health event celebrating the love of fruit and fruit based diet, nature, exercise, education and social fun. This event typically has around 600 participants. They indulge in fresh fruits and vegetables, fitness activities, speak with leaders of the raw food movement, and they have many social activities to bring every together. This year the event runs from August 21st through the 28th. Melon 1 is donating 24 bins of watermelons for the week-long event. Watermelons have countless nutritional values, and are a great fruit for anyone of activities of fitness level.
           
Melon 1, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and oldest watermelon grower and shippers. The Melon 1 team has been growing, packing and shipping watermelons collectively for over 40 years. Melon 1 specializes in a superior product which is shipped year-round from one of over 20 packing sheds on the East Coast of the U.S. They supply watermelons to the Northeast, Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West.

The Woodstock Fruit Festival was founded by Michael Arnstein in 2011. Their mission is to provide an opportunity for all people wishing to experience the fruit based diet and lifestyle no matter where you are on your health journey. To bring the best Natural Health Pioneers to come forth and share their experience and understanding with the next generation. To become a stronger voice, united in a group, raising the global awareness of the environmental and health potential of the fruit based diet and lifestyle.

          DOVER, DE March 29th 2016, -- Melon 1, Inc., has teamed up with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety to continue encouraging safe driving this summer with a new “Protect your Melon” campaign. Delaware grocery stores will be carrying watermelons with “Protect your Melon,” and #BuckleUp stickers on them from May to June. From July until September, they will be partnering together on a DUI awareness campaign as well. In addition to the label promotion, Melon 1 and the Delaware Office of Highway Safety are excited to also carry the theme of “Protect Your Melon” to the NASCAR Xfinity Series in partnership with JD Motorsports. Look for their logos on the No. 4 JD Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro, driven by Ross Chastain, for the Dover Race on Saturday May 14th 2016 at 2:00 PM ET. The partnership will also continue for the Xfinity Series Drive Sober 200 race on Saturday October 1st 2016 at 3:00 PM ET. If there are any other watermelon distributors that are interested in using the “Protect Your Melon” watermelons stickers, which include a UPC barcode, please contact Tony Priscaro with JD Motorsports at 864-488-1270.
           
         Melon 1, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and oldest watermelon grower and shippers. The Melon 1 team has been growing, packing and shipping watermelons collectively for over 30 years. Melon 1 specializes in a superior product which is shipped year-round from one of over 20 packing sheds on the East Coast of the U.S. They supply watermelons to the Northeast, Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West.
         
          The Delaware Office of Highway Safety was established on July 19th 1968 by Executive Order 35. Although it is a state agency, the Office of Highway Safety and its activities are primarily funded through federal grants from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The office of Highway Safety is committed to improving the safety of Delaware’s motoring public by focusing on behavioral traffic safety issues such as impaired driving, seat belt use, aggressive driving, child passenger safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, motorcycle safety, and teen driving issues.   
           
           JD Motorsports is an American professional stock car racing team that currently competes in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. It is owned and operated by Johnny Davis. The team began running in 2002, and currently fields the No. 0 Chevrolet Camaro full-time for part-time drivers Eric McClure and Garrett Smithley, the No. 01 full-time for Ryan Preece, and the No. 4 Watermelon.org Chevrolet Camaro full-time for Ross Chastain.

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Tentative Start Date: March 20th

SAVANNAH, Ga. — The National Watermelon Association wrapped up a successful 100th birthday celebration at its annual convention.

Bragging rights were on the line during the association’s first-ever watermelon eating contest. NWA president John Corsaro dove face-first into first place in the adult division. Corsaro gave a tongue-in-cheek victory speech in which he thanked his family for their support and understanding during his years of training for the event.

Madeleine Seabolt, a 9-year-old from Poway, Calif., won the children’s divison.

Corsaro’s win stood out as a weekend highlight for Stephanie Barlow, director of public relations and social media for the Orlando, Fla.-based National Watermelon Promotion Board.

“He was toting his plaque around with as much pride as an Olympic gold medal,” Barlow said.

Florida Watermelon Queen Brandi Harrison won the National Watermelon Queen crown and will serve as the industry’s ambassador to the world in 2014.

Allyson Brake, the North Carolina queen, took first runner-up; Jordan Skipper, representing Alabama, was second runner-up.

The NWA netted a record $632,260 at its annual auction. Melon One, Brooklyn, N.Y., was recognized at the closing awards banquet for donating the most loads of watermelons for the auction.

Auction highlights included trips to Pebble Beach, the NCAA Final Four, the Kentucky Derby and a NASCAR driving experience. Other auction items were signed by country music stars and sports legends.

Eleanor Bullock, who has been in charge of the watermelon queen program for more than half of the program’s existence, also earned recognition at the Feb. 22 awards banquet, where she was presented with a box full of cash.

Flabbergasted when she opened the gift on stage, Bullock said, “It’s the right color!”

Bullock was heralded by speaker Anita Field for her thriftiness as well as her classiness as promotions coordinator. During some rough financial times for the NWA, Field said, Bullock voluntarily cut her program’s budget by drastic amounts and found ways to make up the fund through outside donations. The gift of greenbacks served as appreciation for all the money Bullock saved the association over the years.

Jim Mastropietro won the Outstanding Service Award while the Illiana Watermelon Association took Watermelon Promotion of the Year honors for its New Year’s Eve-inspired Giant Watermelon Drop.

Next year’s NWA convention is set for Feb. 16-20 at the La Quinta Resort & Spa in La Quinta, Calif.

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