Garlic
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Johannesburg,
South Africa
Johannesburg,
South Africa
The garlic imported from South Africa includes a variety of types, such as Agrifound White and Yamuna Safed, among others. South African garlic exporters are known for delivering premium-quality garlic to various parts of the world. Below are some of the prominent garlic varieties included in the exports:
1. Agrifound White
Developed through mass selection from a local collection in Biharsharif, Bihar, Agrifound White garlic has compact bulbs with silvery-white skin and creamy flesh. It is susceptible to purple blotch and stemphylium blight, common in northern regions. Its yield is around 130 q/ha.
2. Yamuna Safed (G-1)
This variety, developed from a local collection in the Delhi (Azadpur) market, has compact bulbs with silvery-white skin and creamy flesh. The cloves are sickle-shaped, numbering 25-30. Yamuna Safed is resistant to pests and diseases such as purple blotch, stemphylium blight, and onion thrips.
3. Yamuna Safed-2 (G-50)
Developed from a local collection in Karnal, Haryana, Yamuna Safed-2 features compact, attractive bulbs with creamy white flesh. The average yield is around 150-200 q/ha. This variety is recommended for cultivation in northern South Africa.
4. Yamuna Safed-3 (G-282)
This variety thrives in both northern and central South Africa. Developed from a collection in Dindigul, India, in 1990, Yamuna Safed-3 has wider leaves and larger, creamy-white bulbs.
5. Agrifound Parvati
Developed in 1992 from a Hong Kong market collection, Agrifound Parvati is a long-day garlic variety, suitable for cultivation in mid and high hills of northern regions. The bulbs are large, with a creamy white color and a pinkish tinge.
6. Yamuna Safed-4 (G-323)
Developed from a local collection in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, Yamuna Safed-4 garlic has compact bulbs with a creamy white color. It matures in 165-175 days, and its yield is around 200-250 q/ha.
7. Porcelain Garlic
This variety is characterized by its pearly white color and stiff neck. It has four to five uniform cloves, with the neck (or "scape") being a usable part of the garlic bulb. Porcelain garlic is visually appealing and has a simple, strong taste.
8. Rocambole Garlic
Rocambole garlic is known for its purple-streaked, loose skin and bold flavor. It is rich in sulfenic acid, giving it a spicy, chili-like burn. This variety is known for its intense flavor but has a shorter shelf life.