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At Enza Zaden South Africa, we pride ourselves on offering high-quality sweet pepper varieties designed to meet the diverse needs of South African farmers, distributors, nurseries, and market agents. Our sweet peppers are recognised for their adaptability and consistent success across various growing conditions. Whether you’re cultivating under controlled greenhouse conditions, in net houses, or in open fields, our varieties are crafted to support your success from seed to harvest.
In greenhouse and net house production, Enza Zaden’s sweet peppers demonstrate strong growth and resilience. The plants are bred to offer excellent canopy cover, protecting the fruit from harsh sunlight while facilitating consistent fruit set throughout the season. With strong root systems and improved disease resistance, our sweet peppers are ideal for high-tech environments where maximising yield and quality is essential. These varieties are optimised to perform well, even during low-light winter months, giving growers confidence in maintaining productivity year-round.
Enza Zaden is leading the market with strong intermediate resistance to powdery mildew (Lt) in both red and yellow sweet pepper varieties. This critical trait helps growers maintain high-quality yields in environments prone to mildew pressure, ensuring reliable results throughout the growing season.
For open field farmers, our sweet pepper varieties present an adaptable solution that can thrive in varying climates and challenging outdoor conditions. The plants exhibit strong vigour and continuous fruit set, contributing to reliable harvests even in warmer weather. With their thick-walled, blocky peppers and enhanced resistance to common diseases, farmers can trust Enza Zaden’s sweet peppers to deliver quality produce suitable for fresh market sales and bulk processing.
Enza Zaden South Africa’s sweet pepper crop is engineered for growers aiming to achieve higher yields and profitability, regardless of their production system. With consistent fruit quality and strong disease resistance, our sweet peppers are an excellent choice for South African farmers looking to enhance their production and meet market demands.
Whether for greenhouse, net house, or open field production, Enza Zaden’s sweet peppers provide reliable performance and top-tier quality, making them a go-to choice for growers looking to optimise their yield and profitability. With our commitment to innovation and sustainability, we continue to deliver sweet pepper varieties that meet the evolving needs of the South African market.
For more information on how our sweet peppers can benefit your farm or business, contact Enza Zaden South Africa today!
Author: Rene du Preez - Marketing Specialist at Enza Zaden Sub-Saharan Africa