First phase of PKPS Ehsan Rose Onion project yields 28 tonnes

Published 2024년 11월 29일

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The Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation’s (PKPS) Ehsan Rose Onion Crop project has yielded 28 tonnes from the first phase of planting on 3.2 hectares of land, with plans to expand to 10 hectares by 2025. The project, using 'Internet of Things' technology for efficient fertiliser use, aims to meet local demand, stabilise onion prices, and contribute to food security. The unique Bangalore Rose Onion variety is being studied to boost production, and there are plans to expand the crop to over 200 acres in Selangor. This initiative is part of a larger goal to achieve 30% local onion self-sufficiency in six states by 2030.

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KUALA SELANGOR (Nov 29): Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation’s (PKPS) Ehsan Rose Onion Crop project has managed to produce 28 tonnes of the small red onion in the first phase of its harvest involving 3.2 hectares (ha) of land. PKPS group chief executive officer Dr Mohamad Khairil Mohamad Razi said the project involving a total of 10ha was divided into three phases, the first phase being 3.2ha and 3.6ha for the second and third phases respectively. "A total of 25 acres [10 hectares] will be fully operational Jan 1 next year and a maximum capacity harvest can be expected in March 2025 with an expected yield of four tonnes per acre. "The cost for planting the onions per acre totals RM16,800 including labour and utilities costs,” he said at the harvest ceremony in Selangor Fruit Valley here on Friday. He said that the harvested onions will be sold at several locations under the care of PKPS, including Ehsan Mart, Ehsan Rahmah Sales locations, Ehsan Segi Fresh outlets and the ...

Source: Theedgemarkets