Semi-arid agriculture will boost crops with export potential

Peruvian company Semiagro, specialized in the import and commercialization of high-yield seeds, will focus its operations on crops with good sales opportunities abroad, said its general manager, Fernando Gómez Gonzales. "We offer new red onions intended for export, they are of the latest generation, have a long post-harvest and are mild in flavor. It is a great opportunity to reach markets where this type of onion is appreciated, especially in the capitals conquered by Peruvian cuisine," he declared. In statements to the weekly bulletin Peru Exporta of ADEX, he commented that the mini seedless watermelon is a great business opportunity, so he projected offering these seeds to onion producers who wish to rotate their plantings. He also considered that the Peruvian coast offers favorable conditions for the production and harvesting of peppers; in that sense, Semiagro will promote the use of hybrid paprika seeds. "There is a growing trend among farmers towards the use of improved ...