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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The school library is being renovated over the next three weeks. Builders will add new shelves, brighter lighting, and a quiet reading corner near the windows. During this time, students will still be able to borrow books from a temporary desk in the hall. The librarian has asked everyone to return books on time, because the shelves will be moved twice before the work is finished. A sign will be placed outside each morning to show which entrance is open.

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The school library is being improved, but students can still borrow books during the renovation. A sign will be placed outside each morning to show which entrance is open. Builders will add new shelves, brighter lighting, and a quiet reading corner near the windows. The librarian has asked everyone to return books on time while the shelves are moved.