Archives for Onion Farming
Onion Prices to Remain High in April Despite Harvest – CBK
Onion Prices are expected to remain elevated in the month of April despite an increase in supply harvesting which peaked in March. Photo Credit: @IrriHub According to the Kenya National…
How Heavy Rains in Tanzania are Impacting Kenya’s Onion Supply Chain
In recent months, Kenya has found itself grappling with an unprecedented onion crisis occasioned by a biting shortage locally and exacerbated by heavy rains in Tanzania, the country's primary supplier.…
Onion Farming In Kenya; A Complete Farming Guide
Onion farming in Kenya has become a profitable agricultural activity, contributing significantly to the country's economy and providing livelihoods for countless farmers. With its suitable climate and growing conditions, Kenya…
Understanding Downy Mildew On Onion
Downy Mildew is a fungal disease caused by the pathogen Peronospora destructor. This destructive fungus primarily affects onions and related Allium species, such as garlic and leeks. It thrives in…
The 10 Most Profitable Onion Variety In Kenya
Onion farming in Kenya has become increasingly popular due to the high demand for onions in the country and in the international market. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, onions…
Estimated Cost On Onion Farming Per Acre In Kenya
To attain the highest Return On Investment, ensure to use the right onion variety, correct seed rate, proper irrigation, nutrition and spraying. Avoid harvesting between Aug and Oct as prices…
Red Creole Onion, The Variety Of Onion Most Preferred In Kenya
Onion farming in Kenya is widely done in small-scale in either open gardens or green houses. Onions are always at a sought-after in Kenya for spicing as well as giving…
Estimated cost of producing capsicum, onions and cabbages in Kenya
I would like to farm capsicums, onions and cabbages on an acre. Please guide me on the costs, from production to maturity. I will use furrow irrigation. I share below…
What Makes Onions From Tanzania A Hot Cake In Kenya
Farmers have been wondering what makes Tanzanian onions popular with consumers and why are they cheaper? Ms Grace Awuor has been to the onion growing areas of Tanzania and Kenya,…
Understanding the diseases and pests that affect onion farming
Understanding the diseases and pests that affect onion farming and theirmanagement and prevention. Technical Knowledge and Methodology Among the pests that affect onion farming, thrips is the most destructive pest.…