Classification
The watermelons are classified in two classes, as defined below:
(i) Class I
Watermelons in this class must be of good quality. They must be characteristic
of the variety.
The stem of the watermelons must not exceed 5 cm in length.
The following slight defects, however, may be allowed, provided these do not
affect the general appearance of the produce, the quality, the keeping quality
and presentation in the package:
• a slight defect in shape;
• a slight defects in colouring of the rind; a pale colouring of the
watermelon which has been in contact with the ground during the
period of growth is not regarded as a defect;
• slight healed superficial cracks;
• slight skin defects due to rubbing or handling, of which the total area
affected must not exceed one sixteenth of the surface of the fruit.