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Habanero Ember F1

Habanero Ember F1

Vegetable Production

This new Hybrid Habanero variety has been causing quite a stir among local Habanero producers, as it has performed extremely well across South Africa. John and Eddie Whitehead who farm in the Bot River-area are just some of the many satisfied growers. The Habanero...
Heinz – Leader in Processing Tomatoes

Heinz – Leader in Processing Tomatoes

Vegetable Production

Hygrotech has for many years been in partnership with Heinz as their exclusive distributor to the Southern African market. The uniqueness of the Southern African market has established a market amongst subsistence farmers and many consumers alike for a saladette/...
Saladette Tomato F350

Saladette Tomato F350

Vegetable Production

In recent years, the focus has been on indeterminate Saladette type tomatoes by growers in the Northern parts of South Africa. This decision made sense against a backdrop of good weather conditions for a long growing season. Climate change, bringing with it high...
Summertime with Red Heaven Watermelon

Summertime with Red Heaven Watermelon

Vegetable Production

It’s watermelon season! Summer conjures up many thoughts synonymous with lazing on a beautiful beach, the smell of sunscreen in your nostrils and of course sharing a bright red, tasty watermelon with family and friends! The sensation experienced when biting into...
Effect of Stress on Corn Pollination

Effect of Stress on Corn Pollination

Vegetable Production

Pollination is a critical period for development of corn and yield potential. Pollen shedding occurs normally over a two-week period. For kernel development, silks must first emerge and be fertilized by viable pollen. Silks will grow about 2,54 to 3,50 cm per day and...
Baby Marrow BB1022 F1

Baby Marrow BB1022 F1

Vegetable Production

South Africa’s Western Cape is home to a vibrant agricultural industry, with a diverse range of crops that thrive in its unique climate and soils. Among the latest additions to this impressive roster is BB1022 baby marrow, a new variety that has been causing a stir...