Dry yeast state of play?

[Ken Loves Craft Beer]

So I'm just getting back into brewing, last time I brewed I was making starters and using liquid yeasts with London Ale 3 etc for my hazies but I was just keen on seeing how these newer dry yeasts like Verdant are stacking up. Is it safe to ditch my stir plate yet or not?

 

[Simon N]

Options for dried yeast have definitely improved. I use verdant for hazies and am pretty happy with the results. I still use liquid yeast for belgians