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Discover the Syngenta watermelon varieties growers love today

At Syngenta, we offer a wide range of varieties so growers can access the best watermelon genetics that provide consumers with the attributes they prefer, including seedless, pollenisers and rootstock varieties.  Here's why growers choose Syngenta watermelon varieties.

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Adaptable varieties

We are developing varieties that are highly adaptable to Australian climatic conditions.
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Dedicated breeding programs
We have a highly dedicated breeding team, who are striving to find hybrids specifically for Australian growers and markets.
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Unmatched internal fruit quality

Growers and consumers alike have come to know and expect great internal quality from Syngenta varieties.

Market-leading seedless watermelon varieties

Syngenta offers a diverse portfolio of seedless watermelon varieties, known for excellent yield potential under a wide range of growing conditions.  One of our most popular seedless varieties in Australia is JAVELIN, setting the benchmark for quality for nearly a decade and grower favourite. 

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JAVELIN

WATERMELON SEEDLESS TEMPERATE

• Large seedless full season• Javelin is Syngenta's latest seedless watermelon bred specifically for Australian growers and markets

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POWERHOUSE

WATERMELON SEEDLESS TEMPERATE

Consistent and reliable fruit quality, with excellent field-holding ability in warm and main season production.

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CRISP DELIGHT

WATERMELON SEEDLESS TEMPERATE

• Processing watermelon • Developed specifically for fresh-cut market, with deep red, firm flesh lifting quality and reducing waste of processed product.

Here's why we, and our growers love JAVELIN

  • Internal quality: deep red, attractive flesh, crisp texture 
  • Adaptability: proven growing record in all major production regions 
  • Early maturity: earlier maturing than most varieties in the Australian market
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An introduction to JAVELIN

Watermelon pollenisers

Discover our range of watermelon pollenisers from our super pollenisers and our traditional seeded varieties. 

SP-7

SP-7 improves on key pollination traits like male flower size and numbers compared to previous super pollinators.  Its has shown to deliver early male blooms that are earlier than current commercial varieties.  

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Watermelon rootstock varieties

Discover the benefits of our rootstock varieties to compliment your grafted seedless watermelons.

CSB grafted plants

CAROLINA STRONGBACK is a wild watermelon rootstock for seedless watermelon grafting to manage the effect of soil borne fusarium, to improve crop vigour and improve crop yield.   
 

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Justin
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Megan Williams
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Megan
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New South Wales&Tasmania
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Southern Queensland
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Articles

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08/07/24Expert Insights

Breeding Watermelons that Yield and Meet Consumer Demand

Watermelon is popular around the world. A fresh snack on hot days and a healthy dessert for large groups, it’s a fruit many enjoy. How it’s enjoyed might be similar, but the varieties grown around the world differ because they are catered to not only unique growing conditions, but also consumer preferences.In a constantly evolving landscape where yield, disease resistance, and quality remain top priorities, we focus on developing seed selections that also align with eaters’ preferences.“We started our breeding program with a focus on large, seeded watermelon. The first seedless watermelons were introduced in the early 1990s to Australia. ” said Leith Plevey, Product Specialist for Cucurbits. “Today, in Australia, they’re what consumers demand.”Demand for seedless watermelon is growing outside of Australia and the U.S., too, and today we’re also seeing demand for smaller fruit sizes in countries around the world.Understanding the impact of consumer preferenceAt the end of the day, consumers decide what type…