17/10/2026
ONION FARMING IN KENYA: Why Drip Irrigation & Seedling Trays Change the Game!
Look at that uniform bulb expansion! Big, heavy onions don't happen by chance - they are the result of precise watering, proper spacing, and stress-free seedling nursery starts.
If you are growing or planning an onion crop this season, here are 3 Agrisystems secrets to achieving export-grade bulb sizes:
1. Start with Strong Roots (Trays vs. Sunken Beds):
Seedlings raised in Seedling Trays develop intact, undisturbed root balls. When transplanted, they suffer ZERO transplant shock and start bulking weeks ahead of bare-root nursery seedlings.
2. Consistent Moisture Management:
Onions have shallow roots. Water stress during the bulb formation stage causes split bulbs or small sizes. 16mm Drip Tape lines placed close to the crop deliver consistent moisture right at the root zone without leaching nutrients or encouraging soil-borne fungi.
3. Proper Spacing for Maximum Expansion:
Maintain 10cm -15cm between plants in rows. Giving each bulb room ensures even sizing across your entire harvest, just like in this picture!
Need the right hardware to boost your onion yields?
We supply quality:
- Seedling Trays,
- 16mm Drip Tapes,
- Mainline HDPE Fittings to get you growing with precision.
Locations:
- Savannah Business Centre (2nd Floor), Nakuru
- Nairobi along Mombasa Road
Call/WhatsApp: 0725121083 / 0701907701
Fast nationwide delivery across Kenya!