Livingland - Episode 22
2,395 views · Published 10 February 2014 · 24:11 · Indexed 4 November 2026
Channel: SABC Education Shows · 2014 · Education
Our journey in this episode takes us to the picturesque Western Cape region, renown for its production of export quality wine and table grapes. We focus specifically on the table grape industry in South Africa and provide some interesting and practical facts regarding this valuable crop. We also travel to Lushof farm, near Porterville, where table grapes and blueberries are farmed. Here we meet award-winning farmer Warren Bam, who is the driving force behind the Lushof Workers Trust. In line with international market trends, Lushof produces mainly seedless varieties and also produce seeded varieties like the Israeli grape cultivar, Dan Ben Hannah. Between market demands and surprises in the weather, Warren and the team at Lushof manage to constantly adapt and produce excellent quality... setting the standards for the next generation.
