Markets see more than 150 tonnes of onions arrive each day, causing prices to fall from $10 per pocket to between $6 and $9 per kilo. Knowledge Transfer Africa head Dr Charles Dhewa says this shows supply exceeds what people need. He warns farmers will earn less money if they keep growing crops without knowing customer demand. Many farmers grow onions because they seem easy to plant, and seed companies push various types.
Experts ask farmers to look for new places to sell their extra onions as local growing ramps up soon. Agritex specialist Innocent Shayamano explains that current market floods come from imports, not local farms. Local onion harvests start in June after February to April planting time. Zimbabwe offers good conditions for onion farming with proper soil care and pest control.
Onions remain popular in homes across Zimbabwe and worldwide. Farmers can succeed with careful planning from planting through selling. Winter serves as the main growing season for this crop in Zimbabwe. Water-rich areas allow longer planting times for this vegetable. The plants do best in mild weather with moderate rain.
Experts ask farmers to look for new places to sell their extra onions as local growing ramps up soon. Agritex specialist Innocent Shayamano explains that current market floods come from imports, not local farms. Local onion harvests start in June after February to April planting time. Zimbabwe offers good conditions for onion farming with proper soil care and pest control.
Onions remain popular in homes across Zimbabwe and worldwide. Farmers can succeed with careful planning from planting through selling. Winter serves as the main growing season for this crop in Zimbabwe. Water-rich areas allow longer planting times for this vegetable. The plants do best in mild weather with moderate rain.
