The Watermelon Research and Development Group is an organization of researchers and industry people interested in improving watermelons and other cucurbits.
Members are national and international representing both academia, government, and industry.
The work of members includes research in developing new varieties, investigating diseases and insect pests, improving cultural practices, as well as basic research. This group is affiliated with the American Society for Horticultural Science and generally meets in conjunction with the Southern Region for this society.