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Summer Watermelon

Watermelon, our most watery fruit, originated in the Kalahari. There's nothing more effective for coping with sun, humidity and heat. This summer we have several varieties from Gardens of Eagan and the Wisconsin Growers Cooperative. - Travis, Produce Manager

 

Watermelon originated in the Kalahari, and as a picnic maker and heat and humidity breaker, there’s no fruit more cooling or hydrating. Though 92% water and half the sugar of an apple, watermelon’s much sweeter because super-fine sugar is its main taste producing element.

A satisfying and prime source of Vitamin C, watermelon is also bursting with Vitamin A concentrated beta-carotene. It houses some of the most powerful antioxidants, and is rich in electrolytes. It replaces what is lost through perspiration, boosts metabolism, and energizes your body.

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This summer we’ll offer thousands of pounds and many varieties of watermelon; including red Crimsons, Starlights, Stars & Moons, Mickey Lees, Little Baby Flowers, and Sugar Dolls. We’ll also see orange Orchids, Yellow Babies and seedless reds and yellows from the Wisconsin Growers Cooperative.

Minnesota’s no desert, but the humidity can make the most stalwart swim through the air. Ditch the energy drinks. We’re fortunate to have so many cooling, happy melons to keep us sane!

 

 

Seward's Co-op's Produce Department is a seasonally focused, information-based department. Our goal is to carry a wide variety of fresh, healthful produce at reasonable prices. We receive multiple deliveries daily and support our local growers as long as the season permits.
 
In addition to carrying a consistent supply of standards (several varieties of carrots, apples and citrus), we also carry seasonal, specialty items (Treviso radicchio, Cippolini onions and scarlet and golden turnips and kumquats).
 
At least one of our 15-member produce staff is always available for questions, comments or requests. We begin work each day at 6 a.m., receiving orders, assessing quality and refurbishing displays. The appearance of the department changes daily and seasonally. Combined, our staff offers more than 100 years in produce, grocery retail and farming experience. For the produce buyer, the challenge is clear: Know what to carry for the day and how much.
 
The vibrancy and aliveness of the Produce Department attests to Seward Co-op’s overall quality and commitment to freshness and quality. Our members appreciate this, and that's what we strive for.
 
One delightful part of our job is meeting and developing relationships with our local growers. We are in contact with more than 30 local providers, many of whom deliver directly to the store. It’s also not unusual for growers to make appearances in the store, getting to know the people who support them — Seward Co-op shoppers!

Current Member-Owner Specials
From Gardens of Eagan
Crimson Watermelon $0.48/lb.
Orange, Yellow and Starlight Watermelon $0.78/lb.
Green and Red Cabbage $0.78/lb.
Green Kale $1.78/ea.
Edamame $4.48/lb.
Corn $0.58/ea.
Green Peppers $1.98/lb.

Special Orders
Seward Co-op gladly accepts special orders of case quantities and items not stocked on our shelves. Click here to read our guidelines.

   
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