Fresh produce news
I never cease to be amazed at the versatility of fresh fruit and vegetables, and this week I want to move away from the market floor for a moment and...
Producing capsicum seedlings in soil beds
The usual way to grow chillies and peppers is to plant the seed in cavity seed trays with a good growing medium.
Prices continue upwards
High(er) prices might sound like good news for farmers, but it certainly won’t be for beleaguered consumers (who include all of us) as they struggle with increases on a wide...
Understanding chilli pungency
The pungency or ‘burn’ of a chilli is the result of a complex combination of capsaicinoids that have a different effect depending on which are present and in what combination.
(Mis)managing Markets
Regular readers of this column will know that I’m ascerbic in my criticism of municipalities controlling and managing fresh produce markets.
Chillies, how to make the right choices
Whether dealing with chillies or peppers, you should know what your market requires before choosing a variety.
Practical transformation
In his budget, former Minister Pravin Gordhan allocated large sums to improve the lot of small-scale farmers, while Fetsa Tlala will supposedly “boost domestic food production and reduce reliance on...
Mooketsi Market
It seems that one of my steadfast beliefs about markets has just suffered a blow to the solar plexus, so to speak.
Common pepper species
This week, we take a look at the most important Capsicum species. Some of these vary a great deal from each other, while a number share similar characteristics.
Who will best serve our markets?
Prior to previous elections, I’ve taken the opportunity to offer what I thought was wise counsel concerning the upgrading of SA’s fresh produce markets.
Changeable chillies
There are approximately 22 species of Capsicum, of which five are grown commercially. However, some of these can be crossed with one another to produce different varieties.
A socialist dream in the making?
Once upon a time, the CEO of a certain fresh produce market in South Africa decided that his market would be run differently. He did away with the ‘market agency’.
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