“瓜”落谁家？第五届全国冬瓜产业大会品种评选结果揭晓

Core Points - The Fifth National Winter Melon Industry Conference was held in Guangzhou, showcasing the diversity and richness of winter melon varieties in China [2][4] - A total of 205 new and excellent varieties were submitted for evaluation, including 108 large winter melon varieties and 97 small winter melon and gourd varieties [3][4] - The conference serves as an important platform for promoting innovation and development in the winter melon industry [6][10] Industry Trends - There is a trend towards diversification in winter melon varieties, with large winter melons remaining dominant in cultivation, while small winter melons are gaining popularity, especially in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [8][9] - Consumer demand for high-quality winter melons is increasing, driving the industry towards higher quality standards [10] Evaluation Process - A panel of seven experts from various fields related to winter melon research, production, and promotion conducted the evaluation based on multiple criteria, including consistency, disease resistance, taste, marketability, and appearance [13][14] - The evaluation also included measurements of soluble solid content and hardness using digital refractometers and fruit hardness testers [14] Award Winners - The award winners for the excellent varieties of winter melons and gourds were announced, highlighting notable varieties such as "Black Belly Limb" and "Ceramic Cotton VS2562" among others [17][18] - The winners of the Winter Melon King competition included "Iron You 388 Hybrid Black Skin Winter Melon" and "露宝363" for gourd varieties, showcasing the best in the industry [20] Organizing Bodies - The event was supported by various agricultural institutions, including the Guangdong Agricultural Technology Promotion Center and the Guangdong Academy of Agricultural Sciences, with collaboration from multiple organizations [23][24][25]