Our offering
On Omega farms we vary in different crops. Tomatoes, bell peppers and butternuts being our main focus.
bell pepper
Available in 5kg box
Available in 10kg box
The Bell pepper story
Peppers are native to Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.
Bell peppers are high in vitamin C and help your body absorb iron. They also have large amounts of carotenoids, an antioxidant. Red, orange and yellow peppers are actually very ripe green peppers. Bell peppers sweeten as they ripen, so red bell peppers are sweeter than green.
Interesting fact:
These colourful peppers which are loaded vir vitamin C, and antioxidant has been shown to help boost cognitive function and promote helpful neurotransmitters. Vitamin C can actually fight off depression and anxiety.
Nutritional Values
In one medium pepper you can find the following nutritional values
Calories: 31
Carbs: 7.2g
Fiber: 2.5g
Protein: 1.2g
Vitamin C: 169:
The tomato Story
The wild species originated in the Andes mountains of South America, probably mainly in Peru and Ecuador.
Is tomato a fruit of vegetable?
The age-old question actually has an answer – it’s both! Tomatoes are fruits that are considered vegetables by nutritionists.
Botanically, a fruit is a ripened flower ovary and contains seeds.
Interesting fact:
The French called the tomato the Somme d’amour, or the love apple, for their belief that the exotic tomato had aphrodisiac powers. Tomatoes might not be responsible for romance in people, but eating tomatoes does seem to spark a lust for more tomatoes.
Nutritional Values
Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer.
Calories: 18
Water: 95%
Protein: 0.9g
Carbs: 3.9g
Fiber: 1.2g
The aubergine story
The team found that the group containing the relatives of the aubergine originated in northeastern Africa some two million years ago.
The word aubergine comes from the Catalan word alberginia, which came from the Arabic al-badhijan and the Persian word badinage before that.
Though in South Africa the aubergine is called a brinjal/eggplant. South Africa’s weather is ideal for growing Eggplants and it can be grown perennial. Eggplants are native to warm regions and need consistent warmth to set fruit.
Nutritional Values
There are many benefits to eating a aubergine.
It may help manage blood sugar control, it may manage cholesterol levels and may also help manage weight.
Per 284g
Total fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 590mg
Carbohydrates: 22g
Vitamin A: 35%
Vitamin C: 20%
Calciu: 20%
Iron: 15%
The Jalapeño Pepper story
The jalapeño is a medium-sized chili pepper pod type cultivar of the species Capsicum annuum. A mature jalapeño chili is 5-19cm long and hangs down and round.
The heat varies, depending on the chili variety, weather and growing conditions, but in general, jalapeños are significantly hotter than green chillis.
Interesting fact:
Peppers make you happy
Its all about a chemical compound in peppers called capsaicin. Capsaicin binds to pain receptors on our nerves. So, why do so many people enjoy spicy food? In response to the pain, your brain releases endorphins and dopamine which makes you feel euphoria similar to a runners high.
Nutritional Values
100g serving contains
Calories: 28
Total Fat: 0.4g
Sodium: 3mg
Potassium: 248mg
Vitamin C: 197%
Vitamin B: 20%
Magnesium: 3%
Jalapeno
Available in 10kg boxes
butternut available in
10kg bags
Butternut Squash story
Butternut squash is believed to have originated in Central and South America, with its ancestors dating back to pre-Colombian times.
A butternut is easily recognised by its distinctive pear-shaped body and pale beige to orange skin.
Butternuts squash is a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. It can be roasted, steamed, sautéed, pried or used in soups and stews.
They are not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a valuable addition to your family vegetable farm's produce offerings.
Nutritional Values
Butternut squash is a nutrient-dense food, meaning it provides a high amount of vitamins and minerals relative to its calorie content.
Calories: 82
Carbohydrates: 22g
Dietary Fiber: 7g
Sugars: 4g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 0.2g
The Green beans story
Green beans belong to the legume family and come in various varieties. The most common type is the ''bush'' variety, which grows on compact, low-lying plants.
Green beans are typically harvested when they are young and tender, just before the seeds inside the pods fully mature. This is when they are at their peak flavour and texture. Overly mature beans can become tough and stringy.
Nutritional values
Calories: 31
Carbohydrates: 7g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugars~: 2g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0g
Green beans are available in
6kg box
