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ON A DAY LIKE TODAY: 17 FEBRUARY How a Mouldy Cantaloupe Changed Medicine Forever 🗓 On this day in 1941, the first clinical use of penicillin was administered to a patient. But did you know that the key to mass-producing this life-saving antibiotic came from an unsuspecting hero? 🔬 In 1943, researchers at a U.S. lab were struggling to find a strain of mould that could produce penicillin efficiently. Their breakthrough? A mouldy cantaloupe purchased from a local market in Peoria, Illinois. 🍈 📢 This unremarkable fruit contained a strain of Penicillium chrysogenum that produced 200 times more penicillin than previous strains, paving the way for large-scale production during World War II. 💡 Just like that humble cantaloupe, the best things often go unnoticed—until they change the game. At Melon&Co, we know that great things come from the simplest ingredients, and we demonstrate the same commitment that changed the world all those years ago. 📍 Because you never know… the next big discovery might just start with a melon. 🍈 Source: https://lnkd.in/e8qi5tsm #Brazilianmelons #Cantaloupe #History lesson by Melon&Co, an Agrícola Famosa SA company.

ON A DAY LIKE TODAY: 11 FEBRUARY François Auguste Ferdinand Mariette (1821–1881) was born. He was a French scholar, archaeologist and Egyptologist, and the founder of the Egyptian Department of Antiquities. DID YOU KNOW? Melons, particularly watermelons (Citrullus lanatus), held a notable place in ancient Egyptian agriculture and culture. Cultivated as early as 2000 BC, watermelons were valued not only for their sweet taste but also for their high water content, making them a vital hydration source in Egypt's arid climate. Depictions of watermelons have been found in ancient Egyptian art, including painted limestone reliefs, indicating their significance in daily life and possibly in ritual contexts. Additionally, seeds and leaves of watermelons have been discovered in Egyptian tombs, suggesting that the fruit was esteemed enough to accompany the deceased into the afterlife. The cultivation of watermelons in ancient Egypt not only provided sustenance but also contributed to the agricultural practices that supported the civilization's growth along the Nile River. Sources: watermelontimes.com, archaeology.org #Brazilianmelons #Watermelons #History lesson by Melon&Co, an Agrícola Famosa SA company.

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Շђє ๓єɭ๏ภ ๏Ŧ єՇєгภเՇץ In the land of งēri໓iคຖค, where the skies swirl with stormy golds and shadowed greens, an ancient tale is whispered among the creatures who dwell in the twilight forests and crystal plains. Deep within this surreal and untamed land lies the Շђє ๓єɭ๏ภ ๏Ŧ єՇєгภเՇץ, a fruit that is said to hold the essence of time itself. Rising above a vast chasm, the melon glows faintly, encased in a shimmering orb of light. It is guarded by the ʄɛყƙŋıɠɧɬʂ, spectral beings with luminous eyes and translucent wings, who watch over it with unwavering devotion. The land around it shifts and breathes as though alive, with towering trees whose branches seem to whisper secrets, and streams that sing melodies of long-forgotten ages. Many have tried to claim the melon, driven by the promise of eternal life or ultimate wisdom. Yet, all who approach must face their deepest fears manifesting in surreal forms—beasts born of their own shadows and insecurities. Only those who can embrace the paradox of fear and excitement, of dark and warm, can walk the shifting path to Շђє ๓єɭ๏ภ ๏Ŧ єՇєгภเՇץ. Will you be the one to claim it? Or will the land of งēri໓iคຖค remain a dream, forever out of reach? Melon&Co—Where Every Slice Holds a Story. #Brazilianmelons at Agrícola Famosa SA #Fantasy #Storytelling

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Did you know that at Melon&Co, we’re also passionate about mangoes? 🥭 From farms across a variety of countries, we ensure a 12-month supply of the finest mangoes, delivering consistent quality and flavour all year round. Discover the world of Melon&Co mangoes by messaging mango@melonco.uk #Mangoes #Keitt #Kent #Art Inspired by #Afremov

This week, many of us will pause for a day or two to spend time with loved ones as the Christmas period brings a moment for reflection and connection. Whatever this time means to you, we hope it offers a chance for rest and gratitude. We’ll soon return, ready to embrace the final few days of the year and prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead. #Brazilianmelons #Reflection #Connection #Love at Agrícola Famosa SA