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26 June 2025
The Impact Of Temperature On Germination Of Seed
Temperature plays a crucial role in seed germination, influencing both the rate and success of the process. Where grower... Read More on this
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18 June 2025 | Pepper
Protecting Peppers From The Green Bridge
The control of plant viruses such as Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV), Potato Virus Y (PVY), and Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (T... Read More on this
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13 June 2025 | Blog
Gardening Tips for Winter: Essential Tools, Seeds, and Maintenance Advice
Discover essential winter gardening tips including tools, cold-hardy seeds, and maintenance advice from Starke Ayres to ... Read More on this
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12 June 2025 | Onions
Northern Cape Onion Region – Starke Ayres Range
The Northern Cape onion production area of South Africa is an important and integral part of the onion supply chain. Sta... Read More on this
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5 June 2025 | Lettuce
Launch Of 2 New Innovative Speciality Lettuce Varieties
In an exciting development for the local speciality lettuce industry, two new green multileaf type lettuce varieties, Ve... Read More on this
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15 May 2025
The Relevance Of Small-Scale Farming
Small-scale farming is vital to large population sectors in many countries. It is also becoming more relevant as a compl... Read More on this
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13 May 2025 | Blog
Growing Your Winter Garden: What to Plant
Keep your garden thriving this winter with Starke Ayres’ top picks for cold-weather crops. Discover what to plant for a ... Read More on this
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24 April 2025
OBARO Inter Unie 2024 – SEDIBA KWELE, Brits
On 1-3 March 2024, the Obaro Inter Unie event was hosted by Sediba Kwele in Brits. This event offers a unique opportunit... Read More on this
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14 April 2025
Why Non-GMO Seeds in South Africa Are the Best Choice
Discover why non-GMO seeds are the smart, sustainable choice for South African farmers and home gardeners. Trust Starke ... Read More on this
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10 April 2025 | Cabbage
STAR 3316 success in the Pongola area
Until now, STAR 3316 has not been widely planted in the Pongola area. Farmer Ludick Delport was one of the first local g... Read More on this
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3 April 2025 | Broccoli
Alternaria head rot on Broccoli
Broccoli is affected by various diseases throughout the growing cycle and also later in the packing and distribution pha... Read More on this
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14 March 2025 | Blog
Why Bulk Seeds from Starke Ayres Are the Key to Sustainable Commercial Agriculture
Discover how bulk seeds from Starke Ayres support sustainable commercial agriculture with high yields, improved efficien... Read More on this
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13 March 2025 | Cauliflower
Clubroot-Resistant Brassica Varieties
Clubroot is a common disease of the Brassica family, caused by the soil-born pathogen Plasmodiophora brassicae that can ... Read More on this
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1 February 2025 | Blog
Find Your Green Thumb: Discover the Best Vegetable Seed Supplier in South Africa
Looking for high-quality vegetable seeds in South Africa? Discover why Starke Ayres is the trusted supplier for home gar... Read More on this
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29 January 2025
Top 5 Lawn Seed Varieties for a Beautiful Yard: Insights from Starke Ayres
Transform your yard into a lush, green paradise with Starke Ayres' top 5 lawn seed varieties. Learn which seed is best f... Read More on this
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23 January 2025
January Gardening Tips: Managing Heat, Humidity, and Garden Pests
January brings hot, humid weather, high rainfall, and an explosion of growth across the garden, making it exciting and c... Read More on this
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10 December 2024
Sustainable Gardening: How Microgreens Contribute to a Greener Planet
Discover how microgreens support sustainability and eco-friendly gardening. Starke Ayres explains the environmental bene... Read More on this
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14 November 2024 | Blog
Why November is the Perfect Time to Plant Your Pumpkin Seeds
November is ideal for planting pumpkins! Discover why this month gives pumpkin seeds the perfect start and how to maximi... Read More on this
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31 October 2024
Late planting Test of Zandra pays dividends in Botswana
Star & Liz is a farm located in Medie, about 90 kilometres from Gaborone, Botswana. Tomatoes are an important crop and m... Read More on this
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22 October 2024 | Tomato
Strong performance from determinate Saladette Tomato STAR 9068
Meet Lloyd Sivhangi, a tomato farmer from Vuvani in the Limpopo province. He produces vegetables for the informal market... Read More on this
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17 October 2024 | Tomato
STAR 9065 Scores in Kenya
Kenyan farmers are renowned for being early adapters to change. This is evident in the fast switch many have made to the... Read More on this
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14 October 2024
How to Boost Vegetable Growth Through Strategic Pairing
Maximize your vegetable harvest with companion planting! Discover top plant pairings that boost growth, reduce pests, an... Read More on this
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10 October 2024 | Tomato
Cultivating success with trinity tomato
Mr Clement Chizela farms in the Mpongwe district of the Copperbelt Province in Zambia and has grown tomatoes for over 20... Read More on this
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3 October 2024