Consider the land

Consider the land

A Case Study In South America, onion fields lay from the foothills of the mountain ranges, west, to the Pacific Ocean. The area is dry and arrid, protected from harsh ocean winds from the east, perfect for growing onions. As perfect as that area might be for onions and other root crops, it is far from perfect for tomatoes, for example. That is why it is essential to make an assessment of fields when working to maximize volumes and profits. Where to Begin With RogersAgro,...

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Field preparation

Field preparation

Field preparation is key to profitable yields, but field location should be considered first. Field Selection Not all growers have the luxury of selecting the location of their fields, and we can certainly make the most of any locale. But when possible, RogersAgro can help you choose the best fields for your crops. Ideally, the best scenarios allow for monitoring of a planting area for at least one year, recording hours of sunlight, air and soil temperatures, precipitation...

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Irrigation

Irrigation

Funny thing about water. The right amount will help crops grow but too much or too little will kill them faster than fire. RogerAgro, Inc. is experienced with irrigation logistics, equipment and techniques in North and South America and has helped growers increase yields and profits all over the world. If irrigation is your irritation, contact RogersAgro, Inc. at 321-427-2211.

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Planting

Planting

At RogersAgro Inc., we know the success of any harvest is ensured by starting with quality plants grown from quality seed in precisely controlled green houses. We also know a degree of expertise is required for planting, even when the task is as simple as placing young plants in a hole. Modern advances in field preparation make plantings far easier and more efficient than ever before. Another technique to enhance yields is to establish protocols for the protection, handling...

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New Onions

New Onions

There’s nothing sweeter than a crop of new onions, planted amongst the long irrigation lines, stretching as far as you can see. This is an important stage in onion production that comes after sowing granex seed in greenhouses, treating transplants for disease, and planting gently into the prepared soil with care. From here the young onions will continue to grow under the watchful eyes of their growers. Some volume of the planted bulbs will be thinned to allow the...

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Harvest

Harvest

At maturity, onion bulbs are dug and left in the field for a short time to harden them against incidental bruising in processing. After the onions have hardened, they will be gathered and taken to the packinghouse for grading, sizing, packing and shipping to groceries and large-box stores for sale to the public.

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