Hungarian onion production is decreasing year by year

Published Sep 14, 2022

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The agricultural community in Makó, Hungary, has seen a significant reduction in onion cultivation, from 1,500-2,000 hectares in the year 2000 to only 20-30 hectares in the current year. This decline is primarily attributed to the increased competition from more efficient European producers, particularly from Italy, Germany, and Spain. The advancements in water management and cultivation technologies in these countries have made it challenging for Hungarian farmers to remain competitive. Furthermore, the recent drought has exacerbated the situation, leading to a potential crop loss of 20 to 50 percent. János Fekete, the chairman of the National Council, emphasizes the critical need for improved water management practices and infrastructure in Hungary's agricultural sector to ensure its future sustainability and competitiveness.

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From 2000 ha to just 20 ha - While twenty years ago, farmers in the Makó region (a border town next to Romania) grew onions on 1,500-2,000 hectares. This year, the onion area in Makó has decreased to 20-30 hectares, commented the chairman. Italian, German and Spanish competition in the market The main reason given by János Fekete is the diminishing ability to compete on the market. Italian, German or Spanish onions are much more efficient in production. In recent years, producers have achieved a professional level in water management and cultivation technologies. "Irrigation is probably the keyword" - Fekete This year, irrigation has really become a key element with this year's drought which also contributed to the decline in production. Drought causes a crop loss of 20 to 50 percent. This year, in some areas of southern Hungary, farmers have lost half of their projected harvest. Jánosa Fekete believes that Hungarian agriculture has no future without the necessary conditions for ...

Source: Warzywa I Owoce