The fact that watermelon rinds have different patterns also misleads the consumer. For example, which one is sweeter?

Let’s answer all these questions.

Each of the patterns on the surface of watermelons actually develops according to consumer preferences.

These peel patterns are genetically controlled and watermelon growers They design their hybrids based on the variety they have developed. In addition, they can only grow varieties that are preferred by consumers in their region or in export markets.

Watermelons are divided into different types depending on the type and shape of their rind. For example, Crimson Sweet, It has dark green medium-wide stripes on a light green background. The first Crimson Sweet variety was developed in the USA in 1963.

Over time, it has become the most popular watermelon variety worldwide In many regions, including Turkey, it is preferred.

Watermelon varieties are grown according to consumer preferences in their target markets.

For example, many Asians prefer watermelons with jubilee stripes and round-oval seeds with yellow flesh. On the other hand, the US prefers round oval seedless jubilee varieties with red effect.

There is also a common belief that the inside of watermelons with darker skin color is redder and sweeter, but this is not true. In summary, this is why we see watermelons with different skin patterns Producers grow watermelons according to different requirements.

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