Description

Prema Red Onion Seeds (100g)

High-Germination Hybrid Onion | Deep Red Bulbs | Excellent Storage & Market Value

Prema Red Onion (100g) is a premium, high-vigor onion hybrid specially developed for farmers seeking consistent germination, uniform bulb formation, and excellent market-grade onions. Known for producing vibrant deep-red bulbs, Prema offers superior quality that appeals strongly to consumers and wholesalers.

This variety is valued for its high yield potential, producing compact, round bulbs with firm texture and thin outer skins that dry beautifully for storage. Prema’s strong disease resistance minimizes crop losses and lowers production costs, making it exceptionally reliable even in challenging environments.

Its hardy vegetative growth supports vigorous leaf development, which directly enhances bulb size and weight. Prema also matures uniformly, ensuring easy harvesting, efficient processing, and attractive market presentation.

With its impressive adaptability across regions, strong tolerance to stress, and excellent shelf life, Prema Red Onion is a powerful asset for farmers looking to maximize profit and supply high-quality onions to markets all year round.

Mode of Operation

• Develops strong foliage to support large bulb formation.

• Exhibits high tolerance to common onion diseases and fungal infections.

• Forms dense, well-layered bulbs that store longer and resist rotting.

• Maintains excellent color retention during drying and storage.

Directions for Use

Nursery Preparation:

• Use finely tilled, well-drained soil.

• Sow seeds thinly in rows and cover lightly with soil.

• Water gently but frequently to maintain moisture.

• Germination occurs within 7–10 days.

Transplanting:

• Transplant seedlings 30–40 days after sowing.

• Spacing: 10–15 cm between plants, 25–30 cm between rows.

• Apply basal NPK 15:15:15 before transplanting.

Field Management:

• Avoid waterlogging — onions require moist but well-drained soil.

• Apply NPK 20:10:10 or urea during vegetative stages.

• Reduce watering when bulbs begin to form.

• Stop irrigation completely 2 weeks before harvest.

Step-by-Step Cultivation Guide

1. Nursery Sowing: Sow seeds in a raised nursery bed with fine, well-draining soil. Sow thinly in rows and cover lightly with soil. Keep the bed consistently moist. Seeds will germinate in 7-10 days.

2. Transplanting: When seedlings are pencil-thick (about 6-8 weeks old) and 10-15cm tall, carefully uproot and transplant them to the main field. Space them 10-15cm apart in rows 30cm apart.

3. Soil & Fertilization: Onions thrive in well-drained, fertile loamy soil. For vigorous growth, incorporate well-decomposed manure into the soil before planting. A balanced fertilizer like NPK 20:20:20 Agrovert Fertilizer can be used during the vegetative stage, followed by a potassium-rich feed for bulb development.

4. Watering & Weed Control: Water regularly but avoid waterlogging. Keep the field free from weeds, especially during the early stages of growth.

5. Pest & Disease Management: Monitor for common pests like thrips and onion flies. For effective protection against soil-borne pests during storage, consider using DD Force Insecticide for treating storage areas, but never on the plants themselves.

Recommended Usage

Ideal for:

• Large-scale onion production

• Irrigated and rain-fed farms

• Dry-season onion cultivation

• Long-distance market supply

• Storage for off-season premium pricing

Suitable Growing Conditions

Prema performs best in:

• Loam or sandy-loam soils

• Cool-to-warm climates

• Full sunlight areas

• Regions with good drainage

• Both dry and wet season farming