A couple from Louisiana were just awarded a Guinness World Records certificate after their 7-pound, 14.64-ounce grapefruit was confirmed by officials to be the heaviest and largest in the world.

Mary Beth and Doug Meyer of Slidel were given their certificate by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry on Sunday night. Their grapefruit, which has a circumference of 28.75 inches, broke the previous record that was held by a grapefruit weighing 7 pounds, 1 ounce and measuring 27.5 inches in circumference.

“My grandchildren created a fairy garden at the base of the tree. One day, my grandson noticed the oversized grapefruit growing. At that point, we really started paying attention and monitoring its development,” Doug explained. “This experience will always be a special memory for us and our grandchildren.”

“It’s been quite an adventure,” added Mary Beth. “It was something that we didn’t set out to do, but it happened and we enjoyed every minute of it.”

Mike Strain, commissioner of the LDAF, presented the couple with the certificate.

“It’s not every day you get to present someone with a world record title,” Strain said. “LDAF employees were able to provide the official equipment to document this wonderful Louisiana grown grapefruit. We congratulate the Meyer’s for their achievement and especially for getting the grandkids involved and teaching them how to garden!”

As for what they will do with the grapefruit now, the Meyers have no intention of eating it anytime soon.

“We’ll probably keep it in our freezer and bring it out from time to time to show friends,” Doug said.

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