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The annual Crookham Onion Show takes place August 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Wilder, Idaho.
Some of the most experienced local seed companies will be in attendance, including Seedway, Gowan Seed and TS&L.
Call (208) 459-7451 for the location.
The show will feature two new varieties that will become part of Crookham’s commercial line-up, Epic and Defender.
Epic: 115-118 day yellow onion for all irrigation methods but especially overhead. Very highly single centered. It boasts a strong root system that is resistant to both Pink Root and Fusarium. Epic has a trim neck with upright foliage, the finished bulb has a rich bronze colored scale that is appealing for retail use. It can store long term, 6-8 months. Epic will be available exclusively through Gowan Seed Co.
Defender: 118-120 day yellow. Another versatile onion for use into any end market. It is vigorous and very highly single centered. It has a great disease package with high resistance to Pink Root and Fusarium. Large size jumbo to colossal bulbs that have a rich dark color. Very long-term storage capability, 6-8 months.
