A black-skin Densuke watermelon was auctioned off in Hokkaido, Japan for a record 650,000 yen or USD $6,100. A Japanese agricultural expert was quoted as saying the melon is crisp and hard, with an unparalleled appeal.
The buyer is said to be a marine products dealer who wants to support local agriculture.
We need more supporters like him for our local farmers but without such a hefty price tag!
Source: LA Times, 6 June 2008
Image: Tomoko A. Hosaka / Associated Press
Chapter: Food :: 9 June 2008
