by Sakata Webmaster | Jun 19, 2024 | General
People who don’t farm vegetables could never imagine that growing swiss chard (more commonly known as spinach by South Africans) could be such an economically feasible crop to grow! Fordhook Giant is the most commonly used variety by all growers, but that doesn’t...
by Sakata Webmaster | May 13, 2024 | General
Have you ever noticed that green peppers are almost always readily available at the shops, but when it comes to coloured peppers, this is not the case. Have you ever wondered why? Looking at these pictures of ‘robot’ peppers, it seems almost impossible...
by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 2, 2024 | General
We are excited to introduce Nairobi* F1 hybrid cauliflower. After years of extensive trials in Southern and Eastern Africa, Nairobi* has shown outstanding vigour, a large frame, and a dense, heavy curd that is bound to impress. Nairobi* stands out for its excellent...
by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 2, 2024 | General
Sakata proudly presents Accord*, a new addition to our cabbage range, developed to thrive in extreme winter conditions. After years of trials in South Africa, Accord* emerged as a game-changer, offering excellent bolting and cold tolerance alongside dense, attractive...
by Sakata Webmaster | Mar 22, 2024 | General
In February 2024, Sakata Seed Southern Africa hosted Farmers Days, showcasing our many different varieties and crops to our customers. But what happens to all that fresh produce once the event is over? Sakata donates the produce to various organisations, like...
