For essential oil crops

The cultivation of essential oil crops has enjoyed great interest in recent years. The quick marketing of the production and the possibility of good revenues from sales were the reason for the essential oil crops to become often preferred for cultivation by farmers. Watering is crucial to ensure the quality and quantity of the obtained yield. Proper care and regular watering are a key success factor - because of the biological requirements of essential oil crops, drip irrigation and rain-pipe are the most effective irrigation methods. The advantage of rain-pipe irrigation is that optimal air humidity is provided, which provokes the creation of a dense leaf mass. Rain-pipe irrigation can be done by stationary systems with sprinklers or by irrigation reels.

We offer irrigation sprinklers with various parameters, suitable for operation even in severe weather conditions. As for the irrigation reels - the choice depends on the size and shape of the irrigation area, as well as on your additional requirements that the irrigation system should meet. Among the other advantages of irrigation reels are: automation of the watering process, evenness, uniformity of the supplied irrigation water, reduced filtration rate.

The other recommended method for irrigation of this type of crops is drip irrigation, which can be installed above ground and underground. A properly designed and installed drip irrigation system will provide crops with even and efficient irrigation. The essential oil crops require the use of drip hoses with densely located droppers. The drip irrigation advantages are low working pressure and reduced evaporation losses.

Over the years, our country has gradually increased its export positions for essential oils. There is also an increase in the levels of applicability of essential oils both in cosmetics and in medicine and the food industry. This market is expected to grow at a rapid pace. Bulgarian rose is one of the most iconic oil crops for our country. However, due to the small number of areas that provide favorable conditions for growing Bulgarian rose, this niche is relatively limited. The lavender has huge potential for development. Other most favorable for growing in our climatic conditions are chamomile, coriander, lemon balm, white oregano, yarrow, thyme and others

Contact us to comment on the possibilities of irrigation of the essential oil crops cultivated. The geographical location of Bulgaria is a natural resource that offers a great opportunity for success and development of essential oil plantations. And investing in irrigation facilities would lead to an increase in the quantity and quality of the yield, hence the profitability.