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Farmers in east Japan city set to ship 70,000 autumn watermelons as demand rolls on
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· September 15, 2026
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Key points A significant amount of these watermelons, 70,000, is expected to be shipped. Autumn watermelon production is on the rise.
Autumn watermelon production is on the rise. A significant amount of these watermelons, 70,000, is expected to be shipped. This growth is driven by ongoing demand.
Further information about this development can be found in the original report. Details about the expansion of autumn watermelon cultivation are available.
The city of Tomisato, in Chiba, is a major area for watermelon production in the country, and autumn watermelon cultivation is becoming more prominent there.
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