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Onion Farming Information Guide The onion also known as the bulb onion or common onion is the most widely cultivated and consumed vegetables across the globe
09/06/2017
Learning about onion production Onions are not usually eaten for health benefits, but for their culinary attributes. These added advantages make onions an even more attractive crop to grow.
19/11/2019
Common onion diseases to watch out for A number of onion diseases are highly destructive and all prospective onion growers can benefit from knowing about them.
27/11/2019
Planting dates for onions Onion growing will keep you on your toes! Yet when all the hazards are avoided, it becomes routine and easy.
20/11/2019
Why Did Not The Onion Protect The Carrots? Sow the onions, as expected, through the carrot row, but the carrot fly severely damaged the shoots. Why did not the protection work?
08/07/2017
Direct seeding for onions Onions have triggers which influence bulbing and bolting, and it’s important to understand these to avoid pitfalls and get the most out of a particular variety.
07/08/2018
Producing onions out of season You can trick onions into providing an out-of-season crop ready for market when the price is just about at its peak by planting small bulbs called ‘sets’.
25/09/2018
Choose the right onion variety Choosing the right type of onion can be difficult, as the variety has to suit both the area and the planting seasons.
21/11/2019
Cutworm and thrips – common onion pests The infamous cutworm occurs in all vegetable crops, including onions, yet still seems to catch farmers by surprise.
27/11/2019
Marketing options for small-scale onion growers For the small-scale onion grower, it pays to stay in production as long as possible in order to satisfy a local rural market.
26/11/2019