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Planting, care and harvesting of onions

Onions can be planted on a commercial or small scale. Under good management, 20-25 tonnes can be realised from one acre. All you need is suitable soil. Well-drained sandy or loam soil with a pH range of 6.0-7.0 is ideal.

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