How many kilograms can one acre of ox-horn pepper produce?

Yield of horn pepper per mu

Cow horn pepper has the characteristics of strong fruit-bearing ability and vigorous growth. It can bear fruit about 60-70 days after flowering. The fruiting period is from July to August. The normal yield per mu can reach about 6,000 kilograms.

Profits from growing horn pepper

The current market price of cowhorn pepper is about one yuan per catty. Excluding the costs of labor, seeds, etc., planting one acre of cowhorn pepper can bring a profit of more than 5,000 yuan, which is still a considerable income.

The pepper market is prone to sudden rise and fall. The current price increase of cow horn pepper is not good for the market. If the price is high, it will be difficult to sell. Therefore, you must be cautious when planting.

High-yield planting technology of horn pepper

1. Seedbed selection

It is best to choose areas with fertile soil and good water conditions for growing ox-horn peppers. After deep plowing, sprinkle decomposed farmyard manure as base fertilizer, and then make wide and high ridges.

2. Seed treatment

Before planting the cow horn pepper, the seeds need to be exposed to the sun for 3-4 hours, then soaked in warm water for 6-8 hours. After they turn white, they can be planted, spread evenly, and a small arch shed should be built for them.

3. Seedling management

After the cow horn pepper seedlings emerge, attention must be paid to preventing waterlogging and drought, as well as the prevention and control of diseases and pests. The soil must not be too dry or too wet, otherwise the yield will be reduced.