The Anguria Reggiana IGP is one of the sweetest watermelon varieties - a sugary fruit known for its refreshing and beneficial properties, thanks to which it earned the IGP mark (Indicazione Geografica Protetta – Protected Geographical Indication). Rich in antioxidants and a significant source of vitamin C, it helps strengthen the immune system. These health benefits, combined with its origin in compact yet cool and well-drained soils, make this watermelon a true summer icon in the Bassa Reggiana region. 

Its production is based on three main seed types: the Ashai Mijako, with a roundish shape; the Crimson, which is oval; and the Sentinel, characterized by an elongated form. Together, they give rise to a fruit that, in Renaissance times, was considered a delicacy reserved for the nobility. 

Today, this heritage is celebrated in the annual festival Miss Anguria (lit. Miss Watermelon) in Novellara.