by Sakata Webmaster | Jan 13, 2023 | General
One thing that any vegetable farmer should know of by heart is the difference between vegetative (leaves/plant) and reproductive (fruits/seeds) growth. All vegetables go through these phases, some even more than once. These phases have different requirements, so...
by Sakata Webmaster | Nov 25, 2022 | General
At Sakata Seed Southern Africa, we have identified the need for basic vegetable farming education across all Southern African countries. In support of upcoming farmers in this region, we have partnered with the well-known South African agricultural media company,...
by Sakata Webmaster | Nov 7, 2022 | General
Even though hubbard squash is not the prettiest of vegetables, it sure packs a lot of nutritional value that contributes to a balanced healthy diet. Hubbard squash is said to be an excellent source of vitamin A, in the form of beta-carotene (like most yellow and...
by Sakata Webmaster | Oct 27, 2022 | General
Quantum once again shows why it’s the leading butternut variety in South Africa. These photos were taken recently on the farm of Stefanus Otto, owner of Bushveld Organics in the Waterpoort area, Limpopo, South Africa. From an early stage, Quantum produces an...
by Sakata Webmaster | Oct 27, 2022 | General
The region known as the Koue Bokkeveld in Western Cape, South Africa, is located 1800 meters above sea level with snow and daily low temperatures during winter. It is important for this region to plant using seedlings since germination, emergence and the growth of the...
