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Noonday Onions Defy Early Challenges: Farmers Eye Bumper Crop with Optimism

by Tatyana Ivanovich
June 3, 2025
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Noonday Onions Defy Early Challenges: Farmers Eye Bumper Crop with Optimism

Noonday onion growers faced an uphill battle this season after a cold, wet winter delayed planting. However, recent field conditions suggest a promising turnaround. Tim Buckley of Buckley Farms in Mt. Selman notes, “We had a few hard rains, but the onions are actually doing really good this year—looks like a bumper crop.”

Last year, both Buckley Farms and The Farmer’s Garden in Winona produced abundant yields, but onion sizes were smaller than ideal. Bethany Reynolds of The Farmer’s Garden is optimistic about improvements this season: “Last year, we had a lot of small onions, but this year, I think we’ll see more large ones.”

Weather’s Role in Crop Recovery and Harvest Readiness

Favorable spring weather helped offset early setbacks. Buckley recalls, “A late cold spell after planting slowed growth briefly, but otherwise, the weather has cooperated.” Now, farmers are counting on dry, sunny conditions to facilitate harvesting. Reynolds explains, “We pull the onions and let them dry in the field, so we need hot, dry days soon to finish the process properly.”

According to the USDA’s 2024 Vegetable Outlook, inconsistent weather patterns have impacted onion production nationwide, but regions with timely recovery periods—like East Texas—are seeing better-than-expected yields. Additionally, research from the National Onion Association highlights that proper field drying improves storage longevity, reducing post-harvest losses by up to 15%.

Economic Implications and Farmer Resilience

For small and mid-sized farms, a successful onion crop is critical to financial stability. Buckley emphasizes the risks: “People don’t realize how much capital goes into a crop. A bad year means significant losses, but this season looks rewarding.”

Data from Farm Bureau Ag Economic Insights shows that onion market prices have remained stable despite recent supply fluctuations, with demand for high-quality, large-sized onions rising in retail and food service sectors. This trend could benefit growers like Buckley and Reynolds if their harvest meets size expectations.

A Season of Cautious Optimism

Despite early weather hurdles, Noonday onion farmers are poised for a strong harvest, thanks to resilient farming practices and cooperative late-season conditions. With proper drying weather, the 2024 crop could outperform last year’s in both quantity and quality—a welcome rebound for growers investing heavily in their fields.


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