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𝗦𝗩𝟭𝟯𝟭𝟮* has proven to be a reliable variety with constant exceptional yield and quality. 𝗦𝗩𝟭𝟯𝟭𝟮* are also suitable for mechanical harvest due to the upright structure of the plant and the concentrated pod set. Only specific varieties are suitable for mechanical...

When you think about “high risk, high reward” crops, tomatoes should be one of the first vegetable crops that comes to mind. It is one of the most expensive vegetables to grow, requiring rigorous spraying programs, effective fertilization and a lot of attention and...

In 2022 SAKATA seeds are launching their latest cabbage Powerslam F1, starting with Lachlan Kenya Limited in Kenya. This cabbage has superb disease resistance and is popular with farmers and brokers alike. The reason for Powerslam’s  success is not only the disease...

The onion market is one of the most competitive markets in South Africa. Prices on the markets are directly influenced by the volume of onions delivered from commercial farms to the fresh markets. Producers aim to deliver fresh onions in April/May to the markets since...

When selecting a variety to be used on your farm, considering your end market is very important. Once you know who you are selling to, identifying the variety that will get you there is much easier! 𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗔 is a large fresh market cabbage variety that is perfectly...

There are many different segments of green beans on the market – differentiated not only by the way the pod looks, but also by the way the plant grows and sets the pods. Broadly – green beans can be divided (based on their growth habit) into bush beans and runner...