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"However, there is not much difference in the production cost of exotic vegetables and that of the local varieties," she said.
"Local farmers can make use of the winter season to cultivate premium vegetables, in addition to growing local produce, to meet market demand."
The varieties to be introduced will include compositae vegetables such as romaine lettuce, red butterhead lettuce and radicchio; crops with special outlook such as red pear tomato, yellow pear tomato and pearl-like tomato; the newly introduced squash variety; and popular exotic vegetables like basil and broccoli.
This one-day seminar is part of AFD's continued programmes to transfer technical know-how and expertise to local farmers.
Topical lectures by the department's agricultural officers on cultivation methods, pest and disease control measures, as well as market situation for exotic vegetables would be given.
Participants will also have a field visit to learn more about the production of these premium vegetables.
The seminar will be held at the Tai Lung Experimental Station, Lin Tong Mei, Sheung Shui at 10 am on Thursday. As the seating capacity is only 50, priority will be given to farmers if more participants turn up.
Further enquiries on the seminar and other related farming issues can be directed to AFD's Horticulture Section or Plant Protection Section on 2679 4294 or 2679 4354.
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