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Galia melons

With their pale green flesh and subtle, spicy-sweet flavour, galia melons serve a more specialised segment of the market. Thanks to a strong sourcing network, Hillfresh ensures availability from multiple origins, always harvested and handled with care.

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More about galia melons

The green-fleshed choice with niche appeal

Galia melons are a hybrid melon with a netted skin and pale green, aromatic flesh. Their unique taste — slightly spicy, honeyed, and less sugary than cantaloupe — gives them a loyal following.

Seasonality and supply strategy

Galia melons are grown across multiple regions, including Brazil, Costa Rica, Spain, and Honduras. Hillfresh secures supply through the Southern and Northern Hemispheres to ensure planning stability during off-peak seasons.

Taste and handling profile

Galia’s thinner skin and subtle flavour require careful harvest timing and post-harvest handling. Hillfresh works closely with growers to pick at optimal maturity and ensure arrival quality.

Retail performance and presentation

Though more niche than other melons, Galia performs well in targeted retail programs, particularly when promoted alongside broader melon mixes.

Need galia in your assortment?

Contact Hillfresh to discuss volume, timing, and origin options that fit your program.