Follow the Progress
PlantingDepending on the variety crops are seeded during the New Zealand winter - June, July and August. Crops are drilled to a density designed to produce the bulb sizes required by each market.
Growing
As the crop grows agronomists monitor weed, disease and insect pressure and
ensure that spraying is only carried out when necessary. Growing to maturity
takes between seven and eight months.
Lifting
Prior to complete top fall the onions are lifted. Timing of this operation is
important to ensure good skin retention. Depending on weather conditions
onions are left to dry in the field for between 14 and 28 days.
Harvesting
Once dried the crop is harvested into boxes and then stored to finish the curing process. It is normally at least three weeks after harvest before the onions are
ready for packing.
Packing
In the pack-houses onions are accurately screen sized and carefully inspected by eye. Accredited staff carry out quality inspections to ensure that only the best product is shipped. Product can be packed in nets, big bags, bulk containers or boxes to serve each customer's requirements.
Shipping
We use the best shipping options to each market - reefer containers, ventilated containers and ventilated break bulk vessels.
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