Hami melon is mainly produced in Xinjiang, China and Dunhuang, Gansu. Today, it is widely planted in temperate and tropical regions of the world. Except for a few alpine regions in Xinjiang, the best quality cantaloupe is produced in Jiashi County, Hami and Turpan Basin in southern Xinjiang. Hami melon planted in Xinjiang is the sweetest because of the long sunshine time, large temperature difference between day and night, and some dryness, which can be planted all year round.

Hami melon growth cycle

The growth cycle of cantaloupe is generally 3 to 4 months, and the specific growth cycle depends on the local environment. The growth process of Hami melon generally includes seedling stage, growth stage, flowering stage, fruiting stage and maturity stage. Its growth process is relatively long, and each growth stage is very important.

Planting cost and profit of Hami melon

In 2008, the output of cantaloupe per mu was about 2000kg. Because there is a certain difference between the price of cantaloupe on the market and the price of cantaloupe purchased, the price of bulk purchase will be cheaper. Even at the purchase price of 3 yuan/Jin, the yield of one mu of land is about 12000 yuan, and the planting cost of one mu of cantaloupe is about 34000 yuan. Therefore, the net profit of planting an acre of cantaloupe is seven or eight thousand, and the planting benefit is still very good.

Key points of Hami melon planting technology

1. Greenhouse construction: When planting cantaloupes, a greenhouse should be built. Although it is planted in greenhouse, we must pay attention to the temperature. The temperature of honeydew melon planted in greenhouse should not be too high at night. 2. Seedling management: if there are rotten or dead seedlings after planting Hami melon, replant them in time. After emergence, remove the small seedlings and short seedlings, and pull out the weeds growing among the seedlings, otherwise the weeds will compete with the melon for nutrients during its growth and affect its growth and development.