Verlag:
Independently Published Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P35298724
EAN: 9798188254810
Erhältlich:
Nicht auf Lager
Zustellung: Fr, 16.10.2026
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 52.50
Beschreibung
Reactive Publishing. Master the end-to-end operational framework of commercial onion production, from initial field preparation to long-term post-harvest storage. Commercial onion cultivation demands precision. Small variations in soil chemistry, curing protocols, or storage environmental controls can mean the difference between high-yielding profitability and massive crop loss. Commercial Onion Farming: From Soil to Storage delivers a comprehensive, practical guide designed for commercial growers, farm managers, and agricultural investors seeking to optimize every phase of the onion production lifecycle. Inside this comprehensive guide, you will discover:. - Agronomic Fundamentals: Land selection, soil testing, pH balancing, and optimal seedbed preparation strategies tailored for large-scale production. - Varietal Selection & Cultivation: How to select short-day, intermediate, and long-day onion varieties based on latitude, climate, and target market demand. - Nutrient & Water Management: Precision irrigation techniques and crop feeding schedules designed to maximize bulb size, scale quality, and disease resistance. - Integrated Pest & Disease Control: Proactive protocols for managing common thrips, downy mildew, pink root, and soil-borne pathogens before they impact yield. - Harvest Timing & Curing Protocols: Exact mechanical and field indicators for optimal lifting, field drying, and topping to prevent rot and maximize shelf life. - Post-Harvest & Cold Storage Systems: Advanced environmental management for humidity, temperature, and ventilation controls to minimize shrinkage during long-term storage. Whether you are establishing a new commercial acreage or scaling an existing operation for improved throughput and market quality, this book provides the practical technical foundation needed to build a resilient, profitable onion farm. Add Commercial Onion Farming to your agricultural library today.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- Lilly van der Post
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 466