How many pounds of onion can be produced per mu?

Onion yield per mu

The yield of onions will be affected by many factors such as variety and planting conditions. Under normal circumstances, the yield per mu is about 6,000-10,000 jin. Generally speaking, the flatter the onion bulb, the higher the yield.

Onion Planting Profits

The current market price of onions is around 0.4-0.8 yuan per catty, and the minimum cost per mu of land is 3,500 yuan. Generally, after deducting the cost, the net income per mu of land is only around 700-1,000 yuan, and the profit is not very high.

In general, the profit from growing onions is not high, so in the future, onion growers not only need to strengthen their forecasts of market demand, but also speed up the construction of onion logistics systems so that they can gain a firm foothold in the market.

High-yield planting technology of onion

1. Land preparation and fertilization

Onions are shallow-rooted plants, so it is best to choose fertile land with good water retention for planting. Before planting, the soil should be plowed more than 20 centimeters deep. When applying fertilizer, just be sure to spray it evenly.

2. Choose the variety

The best onion varieties to choose are those with high yield, strong adaptability and good disease resistance. It is recommended to choose Huangpi No. 4.

3. Sowing

The best time to sow onions is in September, mainly by broadcasting. Transplant when the seedlings are about 60 days old. Remember to remove weeds in time after the seedlings emerge.