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Welcome to Culdevco

Real Fruit,
Real Taste,
Real Innovation

Commercialising Cultivars

Pome | Stone | Table Grapes

Commercialising Cultivars

Pome | Stone | Table Grapes

At Culdevco we optimised our evaluation procedures to more accurately identify and evaluate stone fruit,
pome fruit, and table- and raisin grape cultivars, that are easy to grow with low risk to the growers.
These cultivars are also easy to sell on all markets. Culdevco continues to make use of experienced
evaluators, technical advisors, producers and other independent third party organisations to further
assist it in identifying cultivars that will keep all its clients ahead of their competitors.

Apples

We have
5 different
Apple Cultivars

Pears

Blush Pears
Learn more about our Cultivars

Plums

Have a look
at our range
of Plum Cultivars

Peaches

We currently
have
14 Peach Cultivars

Nectarines

We have
a wide range
of Nectarines

Apricots

Sunshine, Ambiance and Solitaire.
Our Apricot Cutlivars

Table Grapes

Our range of Table Grapes
consists out of 
6 Cultivars

Nectarines

We have
a wide range
of Nectarines

Apricots

Sunshine, Ambiance and Solitaire.
Our Apricot Cutlivars

Table Grapes

Our range of Table Grapes
consists out of 
6 Cultivars

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A shared passion for fruit.

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Cultipowered

Cultipowered

HORTGRO

Raisin SA

SATI

Canning Fruit Producers Association

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7 days ago

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💡 DID YOU KNOW?Cultipowered NPC — a non-profit founded by Culdevco — holds 51% ownership of Culdevco.But it’s more than just a number.Cultipowered was created to drive real empowerment and transformation within the deciduous fruit industry. From funding scholarships and bursaries to supporting inclusive participation across the value chain, it’s all about ensuring shared success.Because when we talk about empowerment, we make sure we walk it too. 👣In the picture: The Cultipowered team (Mishkaat Anderson, Konanani Liphadzi and Sewis van der Horst) with Christo van der Rheede at an event.#DidYouKnow #Cultipowered #Culdevco #EmpowermentInAction #Transformation #Agriculture #DeciduousFruitIndustry #SharedSuccess #InclusiveGrowth ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

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Roselyn | 2025 Season 🍐 We’re proud to share the tasting feedback for Roselyn, a stand out pear variety with a seasonal score of 7/10 across all key categories – appearance, skin colour, fruit flavour, texture, and eating quality. Discovered in 2009 by ARC pear breeder Taaibos Human in a Rosemarie orchard in Grabouw, Roselyn is a naturally occurring mutation that’s been rigorously evaluated in partnership with Culdevco over four years. It was officially granted Plant Breeders' Rights in April 2024. With its red blush, exceptional packout potential, and strong export appeal, Roselyn reaffirms our shared mission: to develop and commercialise fruit cultivars that meet the evolving needs of producers and global markets. 👉 Producers interested in this cultivar can contact mish@culdevco.co.za. #RoselynPear #FutureFruit #Culdevco #InnovationInAgriculture #DeciduousFruit #PBR #SouthAfricanAgriculture #TastingResults #PearBreeding #ARC ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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Advancing Global Pear Innovation Through CollaborationLast week, Culdevco brought together key partners from both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres in a strategic meeting aimed at shaping the future of pear breeding and commercialization. Representing the Northern Hemisphere, CIV - the master license holder for Cheeky - joined forces with Willow Drive Nurseries from the United States, while our Southern Hemisphere partners included ANA from Chile.At the heart of our discussions was a deep dive into our pear breeding program - examining current evaluations, emerging varieties, and the next frontier of innovation. A key focus was Cheeky, a variety with immense potential, as we worked through technical insights, seasonal performance, and market-driven refinements. Our visit to CFG (Ceres Fruit Growers) allowed for an in-depth exchange on the variety’s performance, addressing challenges, feedback, and opportunities for optimization.This gathering underscored the power of multi-stakeholder collaboration in driving meaningful progress. By fostering dialogue across hemispheres, we continue to position Culdevco as a leader in high-potential fruit varieties. It was an honor to host our partners and showcase the next generation of exceptional pears under evaluation.The future of fruit innovation is bright, and together, we are shaping it. ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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Key Post-Harvest Practices for Stone Fruit Growers 🍑With harvest complete, now is the time to prepare for a strong next season. Hortgro’s latest Timely Hints focus on essential orchard management tasks:• Pruning: Remove forks & thin branches to improve light exposure.• Post-Harvest Chores: Clear drainage, manage weeds, and analyze last season’s yield.• Pest & Disease Control: Apply copper sprays for bacterial protection and manage fruit fly baiting.• Soil & Nutrition: Conduct nematode sampling and plan your post-harvest fertilization strategy.Read the full guide here: www.hortgro-science.co.za/wp-content/uploads/docs/dlm_uploads/2025/03/Timely-Hints-April-2025-1.pdf#StoneFruit #OrchardManagement #PostHarvest #Hortgro #FruitGrowers ... See MoreSee Less
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4 weeks ago

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African Delight and Ruby Star, two of Culdevco’s exceptional cultivars, are now available at WOOLWORTHS. Bursting with flavour - these plums are the perfect treat! Grab your today!#Culdevco #TasteTheDifference #PlumSeason #FreshAndFlavorful #Woolworths ... See MoreSee Less
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