U.S. Spring Onion Area Rises

WASHINGTON - Jan 9/06 - SNS -- Area planted for spring onions, at 40,600 acres, is up 2% from both 2005 and 2004. Georgia and Texas increased planted acreage from 2005, while Arizona and California acreage decreased, according to the USDA.

Growers intend to plant 40,600 acres of spring onions for 2006, up 2% from both 2005 and 2004. In Arizona, planting began in January. California onion growers began planting in October. Onion fields have shown good growth in many areas following recent rains and overall good growing conditions.

In Georgia, transplanting was 38% complete as of the third week of November. November was drier than normal and December has had normal rainfall. No disease problems have been reported and plants are in good condition. Texas growers intend to plant more onions this season. The onion crop is progressing well across the State.

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