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...
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...
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...
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...
There are many types of cantaloupes that are planted globally, with Eastern- and Western Shippers, and Harpers being the types of choice that have been dominating the South African landscape the past decade or so. The shelf life of these types is seen as an advantage...
Spero F1 is an exciting new variety that has made its debut in South Africa, which is the Latin for I HOPE… To name a few hopes/SPERO’s many farmers have: I hope it rains soon, I hope this year is better than last year and I hope I get good yields and prices The...
