You can’t have a barbecue without watermelon, especially during a California summer! Luckily, we have fresh, locally grown watermelons fresh from Vierra Farms in West Sacramento. Sweet, juicy and delicious, they’re perfect for your next picnic or patio party. Get the melon baller ready!

Passionate about produce, farmer David Vierra started Vierra Farms in West Sacramento when he was just 18. Fast-forward a few years and David now farms more than 800 acres of fantastic produce, including regular and black seedless watermelon! These locally grown melons have great consistency and flavor along with show-stopping looks.

As an added bonus, watermelon is also good for you! According to Dr. Liz, this wonderful melon supplies a wide array of vital nutrients including vitamin C, potassium and fiber. Their pink-red color comes from an antioxidant called lycopene, and new research shows that watermelons also contain a compound called citrulline that improves heart health by optimizing blood flow.

Beyond simply slicing or serving in a fruit salad, think outside the rind and try a few of these fantastic recipes!

Watermelon Pizza: If you’re made for melons, here's a fun and delicious way to get your pizza fix in a truly healthy way!

Waikiki Kickers: Escape to paradise with one of these deliciously refreshing popsicles—it's like vacation on a stick!

Aguas Frescas: Simple to make and delicious to drink, aguas frescas are a refreshing and tropical treat that are easily customizable and just as sweet as you want them to be.

Check out some fun facts about watermelon in our Foodie FAQs: Summer Produce!