Worlds Heaviest Plum

September 16, 2024

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Two South African farmers have grown the world’s heaviest plum, weighing 462 grams.

Dean and Deon Barnard, who own Oppie Plaas Boerdery farm, discovered the record-breaking fruit while harvesting their crops. They hadn’t planned to grow such a large plum; it came from a regular tree with about 150 plums.

This giant plum is 107 grams heavier than the previous record-holder grown in Japan in 2021. The Barnards credit their farm’s unique microclimates and careful soil management for their success.

Dean explained that they conduct yearly soil tests and work with a plum specialist to ensure high-quality fruit. Surprisingly, this record-setting plum was just one of several large plums in their latest harvest.

Article written by Milli Banbury

This article was written using AI as an assistive tool for research and writing.

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After school, Mia rode her mountain bike on the new track near Rotorua. The track winds through pine trees and crosses a small wooden bridge. At the end of the ride, Mia told her friend that the trail was “the best in New Zealand” because it was challenging and fun. The sign at the entrance says the track is 4.2 kilometres long and suitable for riders with basic off-road skills. Several riders stopped at the lookout point to drink water and rest before heading back to the car park.

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The trail crosses a small wooden bridge. The trail was “the best in New Zealand”. Several riders stopped at the lookout point. The track is 4.2 kilometres long.