RALEIGH, N.C. – Celebrate one of the state’s favorite summer traditions during North Carolina Watermelon Day on Thursday, July 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the State Farmers Market in Raleigh. The event is hosted by the N.C. Watermelon Association, the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services and the Got to Be NC marketing program.
Visitors can enjoy free watermelon samples, giveaways and the opportunity to meet the National Watermelon Queen and the N.C. Watermelon Queen while learning more about the farmers behind one of North Carolina’s signature summer crops.
“North Carolina farmers work hard year-round to produce the fresh, high-quality foods we all enjoy, and watermelon season is one of the sweetest reminders of that effort,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Watermelon Day gives families the opportunity to meet the people who grow their food, support local agriculture and experience firsthand why North Carolina products are second to none.”…