Fruit production

Fruit production part 1: Glorious granadillas

Granadillas, also known as passionfruit, is a vine species of passionflower that is native to Brazil. It belongs to the family Passiflora. The centre of the fruit is f...

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6 Feb 2023 · < 1 min read

Fruit production part 2: Kiwi fruit

Kiwi fruit production has been a hot topic for over two years. Many growers have seized the opportunity to farm with kiwis and capitalise on the demand for this exotic fr...

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6 Feb 2023 · < 1 min read

Fruit production part 3: Pineapple in its crowning glory

Pineapples. Who does not enjoy the sweet and sour flesh from time to time? Freshly sliced, the yellow fruit is juicy and rich in vitamin C and fibre. It is a tropical fru...

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6 Feb 2023 · < 1 min read

Fruit production part 4: Prickly pears

The cactus- or prickly pear is an interesting kind of vegetation. It is a cactus that is both a vegetable and a fruit because the fleshy pads are considered a vegetable...

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6 Feb 2023 · < 1 min read

Fruit production part 5: The cape gooseberry is a golden crop

The sweet cape gooseberry is gaining popularity due to its high value as the next big superfood. Its name is derived from its look, as the ripe fruit looks like it is wra...

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6 Feb 2023 · < 1 min read

Fruit production part 6: Blueberries

Blueberries are a well-known fruit across the globe. The juicy, marble-sized fruits are a culinary favourite, making their way into the muffins, pancakes, bread and break...

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6 Feb 2023 · < 1 min read

Fruit production part 7: Dragon fruit

Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit that has gained significant popularity in recent years for its unique appearance. The brightly coloured fruit is also known as the pitaya...

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6 Feb 2023 · < 1 min read