by Sakata Webmaster | Jul 21, 2022 | General
Cabbage is one of the most consumed vegetable crops in South Africa. There are many different markets growers can target, like the bagging-, processing-, supermarket or the hawker/loose head market. The hawker/loose head market is by far one of the most difficult and...
by Sakata Webmaster | Jun 28, 2022 | General
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...
by Sakata Webmaster | Jun 28, 2022 | General
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...
by Sakata Webmaster | Jun 9, 2022 | General
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...
by Sakata Webmaster | Jun 6, 2022 | General
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...
