Govt. of Pakistan

Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company
Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of Pakistan

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Webinars

Enhancements in White Onion Through Good Agricultural Practices and Its Nutritional Benefits

Today, (December 28, 2023) PHDEC hosted a webinar titled “Enhancements in White Onion Through Good Agricultural Practices and Its Nutritional Benefits.” The aim was to guide growers/farmers in adopting effective farming practices for optimal white onion production and high yield. The webinar targeted processors, progressive growers, R&D, and entrepreneurs nationwide.
Madam Mehvish Tahir, Scientific Officer, Vegetable Research Institute, Ayub Agriculture Research Institute, Faisalabad, presented on crucial topics such as crop management, biotic factors, and prospects of white onions in China and other importing countries. The webinar was arranged in the wake of recent protocol signed with Chinese government on export of white onion to chinese market. In the next session of webinar, Trade Missions at China will be invited to highlight potential of the market and price offered by the competitors.