Onion

The onion sector in Uganda is currently seeing a consistent growth in both production and consumption, with forecasts suggesting that this trend will continue. The demand for onions in Uganda is expected to reach approximately 372,000 metric tons by 2026, up from 350,000 metric tons in 2021. At the same time, domestic production is... read more

The senior official from the Consumer Affairs Ministry in India anticipates that onion prices will continue to decrease as the fresh kharif crop starts to arrive. The current retail price of onions in the country is around ₹54 ($0.64) per kilogram, indicating a decline. read more

The first batch of fresh spring onions has now hit the market. Japanese short-day onions are being used for local sales and are also being shipped to the Pacific Islands as the current stored crops are expected to be depleted within the next 3-4 weeks. In the Pukekohe region, the main export crops, including both yellow and. read more

How did the 2023/2024 season in the export of Polish onions compare to previous seasons? And how did the volume and prices of onions fare at the beginning of the 2024/2025 export campaign? read more

The Indian government has purchased 470,000 tons of rabi onions this year for the price stabilization buffer. These onions will be released starting from September 5, 2024, through retail sales at Rs.35 ($0.42) per kg and bulk sales in major markets across the country. This measure aims to tackle temporary supply shortages in some markets. read more

In Nairobi, Kenya, onion traders at the Wakulima Market, also known as Marikiti, are opposing the planned relocation to the Kangundo Road Market. They argue that there is not enough space at the new market to accommodate the large number of trucks bringing onions from Tanzania. Marikiti Market is a key location for Tanzanian onions, which are popular among Kenyans for their quality. read more

Rząd Malezji przeznaczył 12 milionów ringgitów (około 2,55 miliona dolarów amerykańskich) na rok 2025, aby ulepszyć i zmodernizować łańcuch dostaw cebuli, osiągnąć samowystarczalność w produkcji cebuli oraz zmniejszyć zależność od importu. Inicjatywa została ogłoszona przez dyrektora generalnego Departamentu Rolnictwa. read more

W swojej ostatniej aktualizacji w sierpniu, Tjerk Nagel z Konaxx Onions wspomniał, że rynek cebuli szuka zespołu dostrajającego. "W międzyczasie zespół zaczął grać, ale moim zdaniem wciąż nie wytwarza odpowiedniego dźwięku" - powiedział. "To sezon z własnymi wyzwaniami". read more

W listopadzie konsumenci doświadczyli wysokich cen cebuli ze względu na niekorzystne warunki pogodowe wpływające na uprawy oraz brak siły roboczej w okresie świątecznym, informuje FreshPlaza. Jednakże przewiduje się, że ceny spadną do 8 listopada, gdy czerwona cebula z Nashik Mandi zacznie trafiać na główne rynki. read more

The National Onion Producers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NOPPMAN) has declared a state of emergency in the country's onion sector. NOPPMAN is calling for cooperation from different stakeholders, including government bodies and financial institutions, to tackle the situation. read more

Stu Follen has conducted an analysis of the challenges currently being experienced by U.S. onion exporters, especially those from the Pacific Northwest (PNW), as they deal with one of the slowest export seasons in recent history. The analysis shows that the strong U.S. Dollar has had a negative impact on... read more

W ostatniej konfrontacji Kongres zadał pytania Premierowi Narendra Modi w sprawie jego polityki, zwracając uwagę na nierówność traktowania producentów białej cebuli z Gudżaratu i tych z Maharasztry. Sedno problemu leży w ograniczeniach eksportowych nałożonych przez rząd, które mają. read more

In the last two days, wholesale onion prices have been steadily rising at the Yeshwantpur Agricultural Produce Market in Bengaluru. Forecasts suggest that if this trend continues, retail prices could reach up to INR 100 ($1.21) per kilogram. Currently, premium onions are... read more

"The food security of Senegal is at stake," warned Boubacar Sall, a prominent figure in the country's onion industry, highlighting the severe impact of recent flooding in the Podor region, which contributes 46% to the national onion production. The flooding, caused by climate change-induced heavy rainfall, has jeopardized the livelihoods of many farmers and threatens the overall food security of the country. read more

Marc Bybee from Eagle Eye Produce in Nyssa, OR, shared information about the current market conditions as of November 5th. Bybee mentioned that demand is steady, and there are attempts to improve pricing, resulting in some increases for specific items. However, prices have not yet reached the anticipated levels. read more