Sale of first year onion sets
3 steps to the right plant material
Strong starting stock determines your season
The quality of your onion sets is largely determined before anything even goes into the ground. Variety, origin, and the condition of the starting material are key factors in crop development and the timing of your harvest. Additionally, onion sets fill the gap in the market between the old and new seed onion harvests, making them attractive to many growers as an addition to their cropping plan. PPA supplies first-year onion sets of proven quality, both conventional and organic, and works with you to determine which variety suits your soil and desired harvest time.
Variety selection that suits your plot
Soil type and location determine which variety is best suited. What performs excellently on sand is not necessarily the right choice on clay. PPA assesses the characteristics of your plot and takes the desired harvest time into account, so that you select planting material that matches your specific situation.
PPA visits
more than 1,000 growers
annually to broker
all types of onions.
Frequently asked questions about first-year onion sets
Choosing the right planting material requires the right information. Below you will find the most frequently asked questions about variety selection, sowing, and harvesting. Contact us for personal advice.
Which variety of onion sets is best suited to my plot?
That depends on the soil type, location, and desired harvest time. PPA assesses the characteristics of your plot and determines together with you which variety best suits it.
When should I sow onion sets?
The sowing time depends on the variety, soil type, and weather conditions. PPA advises on the right time based on your situation.
When can I harvest the onion sets?
The harvest time varies by variety and growing conditions. When selecting the variety, we already take into account the time you wish to harvest.
Does PPA also supply seeds?
Yes. In addition to first-year onion sets, PPA supplies seed from all major seed suppliers. We advise on which variety best suits your soil and market.
Does PPA also supply organic first-year onion sets?
Yes. PPA supplies first-year onion sets in both conventional and organic quality. Organic planting material complies with European organic legislation and is inspected in the Netherlands by SKAL Biocontrole.
The basis of good onion planting cultivation
PPA supplies first-year onion sets that match your soil and desired harvest time, and helps you choose the right variety. If you prefer to delegate more, you can also turn to us for mediation, storage, and the sale of your harvest. You decide which steps you handle yourself and which we take over. This way, you have a single partner who thinks along with you throughout the entire process.