How to grow peppers
As a cash crop widely grown around the world, pepper cultivation techniques and market prices have attracted much attention. This article will systematically analyze the entire chain of knowledge of the pepper industry from scientific planting methods to changes in market conditions, and help you master the key links from sowing to sales. Technical points for pepper planting analysis Soil substrates Scientific deployment of high-quality cultivation substrates must meet the standards of porosity>30% and organic matter content ≥2.5%. It is recommended to use a ratio of peat soil: perlite: decomposed manure =5:3:2, and add 500g of slow-release fertilizer per cubic meter of substrate. High-temperature steam sterilization is recommended for disinfection treatment. Maintaining 80℃ for 30 minutes can effectively kill pathogens. The innovative seed treatment process adopts a pretreatment plan of soaking seeds at a constant temperature of 25℃ for 12 hours, which can increase the germination rate to 92%. It is recommended to disinfect with 0.1% potassium permanganate solution for 15 minutes and then soak the seeds with 50ppm gibberellin solution, which can shorten the germination time by 3-5 days. When the precise sowing management system uses plug seedlings, the sowing depth should be controlled at 0.5-1cm, and the row spacing should be maintained at the standard of 25×30cm. The intelligent temperature control system maintains the day temperature of 25-28℃/night temperature of 18-20℃. When used with 60% sunshade net, it can significantly improve the tidiness of seedlings. Price fluctuations in pepper market, annual price cycle characteristics According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, the national average price of dried peppers in 2023 will show a "V"-shaped trend: the wholesale price in January was 6.8 yuan/catty, dropped to 4.2 yuan/catty in May, and rose to 7.5 yuan/catty in October. The price fluctuations of fresh peppers are more obvious, and the price difference in the peak season can reach 3-5 yuan/catty. The premium rate of special dried peppers (water content ≤14%, color price ≥180ASTA) reaches 35%, while secondary products (water content>18%, color price <150ASTA) usually can only reach the market price. 70% of the average price. The price of organic certified products is 2-3 times higher than that of conventional products.
By mastering scientific pepper cultivation techniques and adjusting the planting structure based on market supply and demand laws, planting efficiency can be significantly improved. It is recommended that growers establish a production log to record data from sowing to harvesting, optimize management plans through big data analysis, and find the best balance between quality control and cost control.