Peter Terebes Kaliba tends to his watermelons in Lororo village, Marigat, Baringo County. [Boniface Thuku, Standard]With high yields, short maturity period and ready market, commercial watermelon farming is being embraced by many farmers. Watermelons perform best in hot areas, so farmers like Paul Mwanza in Makueni County are taking advantage of that favourable weather. [Boniface Thuku, Standard]The recommended spacing for watermelon is 100cm to 150cm between rows and 90cm to 100cm between plants. HarvestingDepending on the variety, your watermelons will be ready for harvesting in 80 to 120 days.

Source: Standard Digital July 09, 2021 16:41 UTC