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Meet the 2020 NC Watermelon Queen
2020 North Carolina Watermelon Queen
Watermelon Queen 2020 - Sarah Swain
Miss Sarah Swain was crowned as the 2020 North Carolina Watermelon Queen during the North Carolina Watermelon Association's first ever virtual pageant held on April 26, 2020. For the first time in history, the North Carolina Watermelon Association Convention was postponed due to the Covid 19 outbreak but the association worked diligently to crown a 2020 Queen.
Sarah is the 22 year old daughter of Annie Swain of Morehead City, NC. She is a 2020 graduate of Mount Olive University with a degree in Agriculture Education. Her future plan is to teach high school agriculture in North Carolina while earning a Masters Degree in administration. Sarah has served as the North Carolina State FFA Vice President and as a North Carolina Teach Ag Ambassador. As an ambassador her charge was to help encourage students to pursue a career in Agriculture Education. Sarah enjoys working with students and volunteering in her community. She was very active in the Mount Olive Collegiate FFA and has been on the Dean's list each semester.
As North Carolina Watermelon Queen, Sarah will serve as the spokesperson for the North Carolina watermelon industry all across the state. Sarah will hold the state title for one year.
Queen's Schedule
If you would like to schedule the queen for an event please call or email:
Sharon Rogers - 336-583-9630
ncwatermelonqueen@gmail.com
Virtual Queen Training with the NWPB
June 15, 2020Fresh Pik Produce & Deans Farm Market Tour
July 14, 2020
Wilson, NC
Bear Grass FFA - Agriculture Education Video production
July 14, 2020
Wilson, NC
Jackson Farming Company - Farm Tour
July 23, 2020
Autryville, NC
Howell Farming Company - Farm Tour
July 24, 2020
Goldsboro, NC
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Videos
Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 25 - Charcuterie board
It is Super Bowl time. To celebrate the big game Queen Sarah is preparing a charcuterie board with fresh cut watermelon and some of her other favorites.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 24 - Watermelon dippers
You will want to try this quick game day snack. Queen Sarah shares a recipe for making fun watermelon dippers that are perfect for the whole family.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 23 - Watermelon kabobs
Queen Sarah has a sweet and savory watermelon recipe for you today. We know you will love these watermelon kabobs.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 22 - Watermelon Limeade recipe
Looking for a refreshing drink for your next at home tailgate? Watch Queen Sarah demonstrates a quick and easy watermelon limeade recipe.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 21 - Watermelon pizza recipe
It is time for the college football playoffs. Queen Sarah has a healthy and delicious watermelon recipe for your game day snack.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 20 - Watermelon Tailgate Series Introduction
Watermelon lovers Queen Sarah is back with a new video series featuring Watermelon recipes for your at home tailgate! College bowl games, playoffs and the NFL are a perfect reason to have a party. Here is a quick introduction to the series but check back often to watch Sarah prepare each recipe.Queen Behind the Screen Episode 19 - Watermelon Recipe - Watermelon cream pie
Looking for a quick sweet watermelon treat? In this episode of Queen Behind the Screen, Queen Sarah prepares a watermelon cream pie dessert. With just a few simple ingredients you can make this pie for your family.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 18 - Watermelon craft - painting a watermelon flower pot
On this episode watch as Queen Sarah transforms a plain terracotta flower pot with a colorful watermelon theme in just a few simple steps. This colorful creation can brighten up any room.Queen Behind the Screen- Episode 17- Watermelon Recipe - Watermelon Slaw
Are you getting ready for a Labor Day picnic? In this episode of Queen Behind the Screen, Queen Sarah share how to make a watermelon slaw recipe. This recipe is a quick, easy and perfect for a holiday picnic.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 16 - Watermelon recipe - Watermelon float
Watermelon and ice cream! These two perfect summer treats come together as Queen Sarah shows us how to make a watermelon float in episode 16 of Queen Behind the Screen.Queen Behind the Screen Episode 15 - Watermelon recipe - Watermelon Air Fryer bites
Do you love your Air Fryer? In episode 15 of Queen Behind the Screen Queen Sarah demonstrates how to make tasty watermelon bites in her Air Fryer. You have got to try this recipe.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 14 - NC Watermelon production
The NC watermelon growing season is at its peak. This week Queen Sarah and her guest Nick Augostini, NCDA&CS talked about NC watermelon production. Now is the perfect time to shop for a sweet NC watermelon. #ncmelons #ncwatermelons #GottobeNCagQueen Behind the Screen- Episode 13 - How to Select the best Watermelon
In celebration of National Watermelon Day, Queen Sarah and her special guest the 2014 NC Watermelon Queen, Breanna Hinkle, show us the 3 simple steps for selecting the best watermelon. Go out and get you a sweet, juicy North Carolina watermelon today.Queen Behind the Screen- Episode 12 - Watermelon recipe - Watermelon Cupcakes
In episode 12 Queen Sarah and her special guest show us how to make fun, kid friendly watermelon cupcakes. This is a great recipe to make with your family.Queen Behind the Screen- Episode 11 - Watermelon recipe - Watermelon Rind Stir Fry
In episode 11 of Queen Behind the Screen - Watermelon recipe - Watermelon Rind Stir Fry -You can use the whole watermelon! In this episode Queen Sarah shows us how to make a tasty side dish of watermelon rind stir fry. A quick & easy recipe.Queen Behind the Screen- Episode 10 -Watermelon recipe - watermelon & kiwi Popsicle
In episode 10 Queen Sarah makes a fun watermelon & kiwi Popsicle. A great snack for a hot summer day.Queen Behind The Screen- Episode 9 - Watermelon recipe - watermelon smoothie
In episode 9 Queen Sarah prepares a quick & easy watermelon smoothie. A nutritious treat anytime of day.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 8 - Watermelon Work Out
In this episode, Queen Sarah teaches you a fun workout routine using a watermelon. So grab your watermelon and lets exercise!Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 7 - Watermelon story time
In episode 7 of Queen Behind the Screen - Queen Sarah reads the book "The Watermelon Seed" by Greg Pizzoli. So everyone gather around for watermelon story time.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 6 - Watermelon craft - painted t shirt
Queen Sarah shares a fun way to decorate a t-shirt with watermelons!Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 5 - Watermelon recipe - Watermelon Sorbet
In episode 5 of Queen Behind the Screen - North Carolina Watermelon Queen Sarah prepares a refreshing watermelon sorbet recipe. This is a quick and easy recipe made with ingredients you already have at home.Queen behind the Screen - Episode 4 - Watermelon craft - sun hat
In episode 4 Queen Sarah teaches a fun craft. She makes a watermelon themed sun hat perfect to help protect your "melon" from the hot summer sun.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 3 - Watermelon recipe - pet treats
Queen Sarah and her furry friend share how to make a fun watermelon treat for your pet.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 2 - Watermelon recipe - Watermelon Salsa
Watch Queen Sarah share a quick and delicious watermelon & strawberry salsa recipe.Queen Behind the Screen - Episode 1 - Watermelon craft - watermelon vase
NC Watermelon Queen Sarah shares a fun craft for Mother's Day. How to make a watermelon vase.Photos
Watermelon Tailgating Videos
Thanks to Farmer Visuals for filming the videos of Queen Sarah
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Jackson Farming Company
Jackson Farming Company farm tour
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Howell Farming Company
Howell Farming Company farm tour
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National Watermelon Promotion Board Video Session
The National Watermelon Promotion Board asked the State Queens to produce three videos promoting watermelon. Here are some fun photos from our video session.
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Got To Be NC - Instagram Story video
Queen Sarah was interviewed for the weekly NC Department of Ag - Got to be NC Instagram Story
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Fresh Pik Produce & Deans Farm Market Tour
Thank you to James & Courtney Sharp and family for having us at your farm and store.
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Bear Grass FFA - Educational Agriculture Video Production
Queen Sarah presented a behind the scenes look into the world of watermelon for the Bear Grass Charter School FFA virtual summer agriculture camp. Mr. James Sharp of Fresh Pik Produce was also on the video giving the farmers perspective. This video will be shared with elementary school teachers all across NE North Carolina. Thank you to Sarah Lawrence Bear Grass FFA teacher for having Sarah be a part of the video series.
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Big Rock Tournament
Queen Sarah supporting her hometown at the Big Rock Tournament in Morehead City, NC
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Queen Photo Session
Promise Land Photography - Morehead City, NC
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NWPB Queen Training
Zoom Queen Training
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2020 NC Watermelon Queen Crowning
Sarah Swain - 2020 NC Watermelon QueenVirtual Zoom Pageant
April 26, 2020
Be Our Next Watermelon Queen
Be The Next Watermelon Queen!
Would you like to be the next North Carolina Watermelon Queen?
The 2020 crown was presented to Miss Sarah Swain of Morehead City, during the first ever virtual pageant held by the North Carolina Watermelon Association on April 26, 2020. 2021 could be your turn!
The North Carolina Watermelon Association will be holding its second annual Virtual Watermelon Queen Pageant in March 2021. If you are interested in participating in the virtual pageant please contact Sharon Rogers by email ncwatermelonqueen@gmail.com or phone 336-583-9630 for all the details. Application deadline is February 15, 2021.
Contact us
Mailing Address:
PO Box 58220
Raleigh, NC 27658
Telephone: (919) 413-9544
Fax: (919) 882-8533