Onion cultivation is considered one of the important crops in Egypt, as it is grown in large areas in various governorates of the Republic.

Onion cultivation is one of the crops that contribute to Egypt achieving self-sufficiency in this important fruit.

It also contributes to providing good job opportunities for farmers and workers in this field.

Growing onions in Egypt is characterized by many benefits, as they are:

1- It can withstand harsh weather conditions, as it is characterized by hardness and endurance in various weather conditions.

2- It has many health benefits, as it contains many vitamins and minerals that are important for human health.

It also helps improve digestion and reduce the risk of heart and arterial diseases.

3- It is characterized by being considered one of the fruits that are easy to store and refrigerate, as the quality of the fruit can be preserved for a long time

Without requiring any special treatment.

In addition, growing onions in Egypt is an important source of national income.

It is exported to many Arab and East Asian countries, which contributes to achieving self-sufficiency and strengthening the Egyptian economy.

Onion cultivation process in Egypt

The process of growing onions in Egypt is considered one of the important operations that is carried out in various governorates.

Planting begins in the winter, after preparing the soil and preparing the appropriate fields for planting.

The process of growing onions in Egypt is characterized by the following:

1- Using modern techniques in agriculture, where organic fertilizers and biopesticides are used

To improve production quality and obtain an excellent yield.

2- It is characterized by attention to the process of irrigation and fertilization on an ongoing basis, where the amount of water used is controlled and determined

As well as the amounts of fertilizers added to the soil.

3- The process of harvesting the fruits is carried out with care and caution, as the fruits are harvested at an appropriate time and with caution to avoid spoilage and damage to the fruits.

In addition, the process of collecting and storing fruits is carried out with care and attention.

The fruits are stored in a suitable and properly equipped place to preserve the quality of the fruit and reduce its loss.

 Exporting Egyptian onions to Arab countries

Egyptian onions are exported to many Arab countries, as onions are one of the important fruits in Arab food.

It is used in many delicious recipes.

Egyptian onion exports to Arab countries are characterized by the following:

1- High quality, as Egyptian onions are grown with care and attention and under strict control to ensure the quality of production and the absence of any harmful substances.

2- Price competitiveness, as Egyptian exports are characterized by appropriate and competitive prices, which makes them competitive in the Arab markets.

3- Ease of export, as Egyptian exports are characterized by ease of export and transportation between Arab countries.

The Egyptian government also provides many supports and assistance to exporters in order to improve export operations.

Exporting Egyptian onions to East Asian countries

Egyptian exports of onions to East Asian countries are characterized by the following:

1- High quality, as Egyptian onions are cultivated carefully and under strict control to ensure the quality of production and the absence of any harmful substances.

2- Low costs, as Egyptian exports are characterized by reasonable and competitive prices in Asian markets, which makes them competitive and in demand.

3- Enhancing trade exchange, as the Egyptian government is working to enhance trade exchange with East Asian countries

Providing assistance to exporters to improve export operations.

It can be said that exporting Egyptian onions to Arab and East Asian countries constitutes an important opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency

Strengthening the Egyptian economy, in addition to providing