Vegetable production forecast in January 2018 1. The harvest area of ​​leafy vegetables cabbage is 312 hectares and the total output is 15,731 metric tons, an increase of 39% from the previous month. The cabbage likes a cool climate. The leafy season requires cold and large day-n

Vegetable Production Forecast in January 1108

. Leafy vegetables

(I) The harvest area of ​​cabbage is 1,010 hectares, and the total output is 53,700 metric tons, an increase of 1% from the previous month

Kale has a wide range of temperature adaptation, but prefers mild and cool climates. This month is the peak period for flat cabbage, and the main production areas are Changhua, Yunlin, Chiayi and Tainan. Since September, there have been a large number of plantings in flat land areas. It is estimated that the harvest area and output this month will remain the same as last month, and will decrease compared with the same month last year. The harvest area is estimated to be 1,010 hectares this month, which is equivalent to 1,007 hectares last month; the total output is 53,700 metric tons, an increase of 1% from the previous month's output of 53,119 metric tons, and a decrease of 8% compared with the output of 58,672 metric tons in the same period last year.

(II) The harvest area of ​​cabbage is 312 hectares and the total output is 15,731 metric tons, an increase of 39% over the previous month

Cabbage likes a cool climate, and the leaf ball growth period requires a cool and large day-night temperature difference. The climate is suitable for growth this month, and the harvest area of ​​major production areas such as Changhua and Yunlin has increased compared with last month. The harvest area is estimated to be 312 hectares this month, an increase of 35% from 230 hectares last month; the total output is 15,731 metric tons, an increase of 39% from the previous month's output of 11,285 metric tons, and a 20% increase compared with the output of 13,143 metric tons in the same period last year. The area of ​​planting cabbage in Yunlin area this year increased compared with the previous year, and the overall harvest area and output this month increased compared with the previous year.

(III) The harvest area of ​​cauliflower (blue and white) is 414 hectares, with a total output of 8,477 metric tons, an increase of 68% over the previous month; the harvest area of ​​cauliflower (white flowers) is 247 hectares, with a total output of 6,940 metric tons, an increase of 13% over the previous month

Cauliflower likes a cool climate, and the climate is suitable for fertility this month, and the harvest area and output increase. The main production areas of blue and white cabbage are Yunlin, Chiayi and Kaohsiung . Due to the promotion of the processing of blue and white cabbage, the planting area has increased. Due to the heavy rain disaster in August, the Chiayi production area has been postponed this year, and the harvest period is slightly delayed, resulting in an increase in the harvest area this month compared with the previous year. The harvest area is estimated to be 414 hectares this month, an increase of 59% from 260 hectares last month; the total output is 8,477 metric tons, an increase of 5,042 metric tons from the previous month, an increase of 68% compared with the output of 7,209 metric tons in the same period last year. .

This month's main production areas of white cauliflower are Changhua, Yunlin and Kaohsiung, with an estimated harvest area of ​​247 hectares, an increase of 13% from 220 hectares last month; the total output is 6,940 metric tons, an increase of 13% from the previous month's output of 6,120 metric tons, an increase of 13% from the previous month's output of 8,128 metric tons, and a decrease of 15% compared with the same period last year.

(IV) The harvest area of ​​short-term leafy vegetables is 619 hectares, with a total output of 12,726 metric tons, an increase of 14% over the previous month

The main production areas of short-term leafy vegetables (including bulb cabbage and glutinous vegetables) are Yunlin County, followed by New Taipei, Taoyuan, Tainan and Kaohsiung. The bulb cabbage includes golden cabbage, Fengshan cabbage, nylon cabbage and green stem cabbage (Qingjiang cabbage). This month is a period of production alternating period, mainly producing cabbage without bulbs. The harvest area is estimated to be 619 hectares this month, an increase of 14% from 541 hectares last month; the total output is 12,726 metric tons, an increase of 14% from 11,153 metric tons last month, equivalent to the 12,769 metric tons in the same period last year.

2. Melons and fruits

(I) gua Harvest area is 641 hectares and a total output of 4,030 metric tons, an increase of 27% over the previous month

gua genus continuous harvest crops, which can be divided into large courgettes and small courgettes (caly courgettes) according to the shape of the fruit. Hu Gua likes warmth and can be produced almost every year in Taiwan. This month is the harvest period. The main production areas are Pingtung County, followed by Changhua, Yunlin and Kaohsiung. The harvest of courgettes in Yunlin production areas has begun, and the output this month has increased compared with the previous month. However, this year, the planting of courgettes in Pingtung production areas has been postponed, and the harvest period has been delayed, resulting in a decrease in the output this month compared with the same period last year. The harvest area is estimated to be 641 hectares this month, with a total output of 4,030 metric tons, an increase of 27% from 3,178 metric tons last month, and a 10% reduction in output compared with 4,499 metric tons in the same period last year.

(II) The harvest area of ​​loofah is 418 hectares and the total output is 1,845 metric tons, an increase of 54% from the previous month

The growth period of loofah can be continuously harvested and has strong adaptability to the environment. This month, the production period is an alternate period, with the main production areas being Pingtung and Kaohsiung. The loofah planted in Kaohsiung began to be harvested in October, and the output this month increased compared with the previous month.The harvest area is estimated to be 418 hectares this month, with a total output of 1,845 metric tons, a 54% increase from 1,201 metric tons last month, and a 20% increase compared with 1,541 metric tons in the same period last year.

(III) The watermelon harvest area is 139 hectares and the total output is 2,200 metric tons, an increase of 79% over the previous month

Watermelons prefer warm, hot and dry nature, and sunshines in a sufficient climate. This month, the watermelon production areas are mainly Kaohsiung and Pingtung, while the rest production areas are only produced sporadically. Watermelon harvesting in Kaohsiung production areas began to be harvested this month, and the overall harvest area and output increased compared with the previous month. The harvest area is estimated to be 139 hectares this month, an increase of 54% from 90 hectares last month; the total output is 2,200 metric tons, an increase of 79% from 1,228 metric tons last month, and a 10% reduction in output compared with the 2,439 metric tons in the same period last year.

3. Rhizome

(I) The harvest area of ​​green onions is 397 hectares, with a total output of 10,590 metric tons, an increase of 6% over the previous month

Green onions is suitable for temperature depending on the variety, the main cultivars include northern onions, four-season onions and green onions. The main production areas are Changhua, Yunlin and Yilan and other places. The production area of ​​Changhua is mainly based on growing pink onions (four-season onions), with a higher yield per unit area and an increase in overall yield. The harvest area is estimated to be 397 hectares this month, an increase of 5% from 377 hectares last month; the total output is 1590 metric tons, an increase of 6% from 120 metric tons last month, and a 16% increase compared with the output of 9,108 metric tons in the same period last year.

(II) The harvest area of ​​radish is 1,860 hectares, with a total output of 67,491 metric tons, an increase of 3% over the year-on-year

Radishes like coldness, are semi-cold-resistant but not heat-resistant, and are suitable for autumn and winter cultivation. The main production areas of radish are Changhua, Yunlin, Chiayi, Tainan and Kaohsiung. According to the observations of the origin, the planting area of ​​Changhua, Yunlin and Tainan production areas decreased this year due to poor prices last year; the planting area of ​​white jade radish in Meinong area of ​​Kaohsiung increased compared with the previous year. The birth conditions in each production area are good, and the output per unit area of ​​the production in this (107/108) year is expected to remain the same as in the previous year and in the previous year (106/107). The harvest area of ​​1,860 hectares during the year is estimated to be 6% higher than 1,756 hectares in the same period last year and 1% higher than the same period last year; the total output is 67,491 metric tons, 3% higher than the same period last year and 2% higher than the same period last year.

(III) The harvest area and output of garlic are reduced compared with the previous year and the previous year

The main production area of ​​garlic is Yunlin County, accounting for more than 90% of the total output. In addition, Tainan City , Changhua County and Chiayi County are also produced. Changhua production area Hemei Early Garlic is about to enter the harvesting period, and Yunlin production area is currently in the fertility period. Due to the decline in garlic prices in the main production areas in 2017, farmers' willingness to plant. This year, the planting area is estimated to decrease compared with the previous year and the previous year. In the output part, due to the high temperature in December, it affects garlic fertility, and it is estimated that the temperature will tend to be higher from January to February 2018. Therefore, it is predicted that the unit of production per hectare will tend to decline compared with the usual year and 2017, but it is still necessary to process the square cutting before the harvesting period to determine the output. Preliminary forecasts for the trend of decreasing total output compared with the previous year and the previous year.

(IV) The harvest area and output of onions increased slightly compared with the previous year, and the output decreased significantly compared with the previous year. The main production areas of onions are Pingtung County, Changhua County, Yunlin County and Kaohsiung City and other areas. The planting area in this year was observed by the main production areas. The total output of farmers in the main production areas increased in 2017, which affected the price of the production area, which in turn reduced the planting area in 2018 compared with 2010, but it still increased slightly from the average annual value. In the output part, due to the high temperature in December, it affects onion fertility, and it is estimated that the temperature will tend to be higher from January to February 2018. Therefore, it is predicted that the unit of production per hectare will tend to decline compared with the usual year and 2017, and the total output is estimated to have a larger yield reduction compared with the previous year.

08 Flower prediction . The harvest area of ​​chrysanthemums is 73 hectares and the yield is 22.98 million branches, an increase of 2% over the previous month

chrysanthemums are annual or perennial herbs, and are short-day plants. The buds are differentiated and bloom in the sunshine time. Their varieties can be divided into summer chrysanthemums (blooming from May to September), autumn chrysanthemums (blooming from October to November) and cold chrysanthemums (blooming from December to January). However, in cultivation, electric light or black cloth shading can be used to change the day length to adjust the flowering period to achieve annual production.Taiwan's main production areas are Tianwei, Yongjing, Beidou and other places in Changhua County. The climate is cool this month and the rainfall is low, which is suitable for chrysanthemum growth. Therefore, the harvestable area this month is estimated to be 73 hectares, an increase of 3% from 71 hectares last month; the output is 22.98 million branches, a 2% increase from 22.42 million branches last month and a 1% increase from 22.8 million branches in the same period last year.

2. Flamingo flower Harvest area is 159 hectares and a yield of 3.23 million branches, a 2% reduction in yield compared with last month

Flamingo flower is a perennial herbal flower and is a flowering habit of one leaf and one flower. Because it likes warm and humid environments, the climate in Taiwan is suitable for the growth of flamingo flower, and can be produced for anniversary, with great export potential. Most bulbuster flowers are cultivated in the central and southern regions, and the production areas are located in Liuying, Liujia, Jiali, Xiaying, Yujing, Kaohsiung Neimen, , Taichung City, 10 Houli, Waipu, Beitun, Puli, Nantou County, Xinpi, Pingtung County, Changzhi and other places. The peak harvest period of flamingo flowers is from May to June and September to October each year. It will continue to develop in the early stage of flower bud development. Usually, the dormant period takes a long time to be under low temperature and low light. In winter, the growth of flamingospermia has slowed down. This month's estimated harvest area is 159 hectares, the same as last month; the output is 3.23 million, a 2% reduction in output from 3.31 million last month. Compared with the output of 3.8 million branches in the same period last year, the yield will be reduced by 15%. The main reason is that Taichung City is affected by bacterial leaf blight and Houli District reduces the planting area. The land in some production areas of Nantou County was expropriated by the government and the plants were damaged by nematodes. Tainan City is caused by poor market prices and Qingyuan.

3. Wenxinlan harvested area is 244 hectares and a yield of 4.15 million branches, an increase of 1% from the previous month's output

Wenxinlan is a perennial herb, native to tropical America, and the climate conditions in Taiwan are suitable for Wenxinlan cultivation, and can bloom throughout the year, with the advantage of developing cut flowers and export. Most of the production areas of Wenxinlan in Taichung City are located in Houli, Xinshe, Gukeng, Dounan, Chiayi County, Dalin, Minxiong, Fanlu, Meishan, Changzhi, Ligang, Yanpu, Neipu, etc., among which Taichung City and Pingtung County are the main production areas. The cultivation environment of Wenxinlan in Taiwan is mostly web-bedroom cultivation, with May-June and September-October being the peak period. The estimated harvestable area this month is 244 hectares, the same as last month; the output is 4.15 million branches, an increase of 1% from the 4.1 million branches last month. If compared with the output of 4.27 million branches in the same period last year, the yield will be reduced by 3%. Among them, Taichung's production in this year is higher than that in the same period last year due to the adjustment of production period and the stable export prices. Yunlin County and Pingtung County have reduced yields this year due to the change of other orchids, short-term crops or fallow in some areas.

Total output of miscellaneous grains in 108 years forecast

harvest area of ​​red beans with a yield of 6,549 hectares and a yield of 12,731 metric tons, an increase of 5% over the previous year

Taiwan farmers mainly cultivate red beans, and the concentrated areas are mainly Pingtung, Kaohsiung and Chiayi, among which Pingtung County accounts for 80%. According to the observations of municipalities and counties (cities) governments directly under the production area, due to the good prices of red beans in recent years, they are mostly supplied for cakes and winter desserts, and the market demand is large. The climate is smooth by the end of 2017, increasing farmers' willingness to plant. The cultivation area of ​​6,549 hectares in 108 years is estimated to be an increase of 8% compared with the average annual production of 6,053 hectares; it is equivalent to the 6,520 hectares in the same period in 107. The output is estimated to be 1,944 kg per hectare per unit area, with a total output of 12,731 metric tons, an increase of 5% from the production of 12,108 metric tons in the same period last year. If compared with the production of 12,971 metric tons in the same period last year, it will be slightly reduced by 2%, because the temperature in Kaohsiung this year is higher than last year, resulting in the early maturity of red beans and the lighter weight relative to the seeds.

Fruit Production Forecast in January 108

, Wax fog harvested area is 3,401 hectares, with a total output of 62,840 metric tons, an increase of 25% over the previous year

Wax fog is a perennial evergreen tree of the Myrtle family. The largest production area of ​​wax in Taiwan is located in Pingtung County, including Yanpu, Neipu, Fangliao, Linbian, Nanzhou and Jiadong Township. The remaining production areas such as Kaohsiung City Liugui Township and Meishan Township, Chiayi County. In natural climate, wax flowering period generally ranges from March to May in the south, May to July in the north, the southern part of the abundant production period is about May to July, and July to September in the north. Given that the summer is the peak season for various fruit production, the market competition is fierce, and pests and diseases are harmful to the quality during the rainy season, and there are often unsalable sales.In order to avoid low prices and injuring farmers, most wax fog in Gaoping area implements production period adjustment, using adversity treatments such as ring carving, flooding, root breakage and black nets to promote flowering, and the production period is harvested from November to April of the following year, to produce winter and spring fruits, while other production areas mainly use summer fruits. This year, the estimated harvestable area is 3,401 hectares, a decrease of 2% from the 3,486 hectares last year. It is mainly due to the difficulty of management and high production costs, which have changed the number of improved mangoes and other crops in some production areas of Pingtung County. The annual output is estimated to be 62,840 metric tons, an increase of 25% from 51,58 metric tons last year and a 13% increase from 55,536 metric tons per year, mainly due to the stable climate and not much impact from natural disasters.

2. Maogu tangerine harvested area is 1,712 hectares, with a total output of 30,885 metric tons, an increase of 12% over the previous year (reviewed this month)

Maogu tangerine is bred from a hybrid of broad-skinned tangerine and sweet orange. It is a citrus of orange and orange, and is an evergreen small tree. Maogu orange blooms in mid-March, with a yield period from December to March of the following year. Because of its thin and bright skin, good sugar and acid ratio, the fruits are juicy and rich in flavor and refreshing, it is very popular among consumers. The main production areas are distributed in areas such as Guanxi Hsinchu, Zhuolan Miaoli, Dongshi, Taichung City, Gukeng, Douliu, and Dalin, Chiayi County. The estimated harvest area this year is 1,712 hectares, an increase of 4% from 1,645 hectares last year, mainly due to the stable price of Maogu tangerines in recent years, and the conversion of Haili tangerines from Guanxi and Baoshan areas in Miaoli Zhuolan Town and Taichung City Dongshi and Shigang also increased planting. In terms of output, the total output this year is estimated to be 30,885 metric tons, an increase of 12% from the previous year's output of 27,658 metric tons and a 21% increase from the annual output of 25,583 metric tons. This is due to the smooth climate in 2017 and has not been affected by natural disasters.