Growing Cassava in Corpus Christi
Can you grow Cassava in Corpus Christi? Well suited. Season ~27.7°C, rainfall ~988 mm, winter low ~3.6°C. Soil, climate and ROI data.
Decision snapshot
Regional screening evidenceScreening answer: Well suited
Scope: This page assesses agronomic suitability. It does not determine whether cultivation is legal. Check current national, state, and local rules before planting.
- Observed region
- Corpus Christi
- Climate window
- Open-Meteo archive, 2021–2023 daily data
- Resolution
- Representative regional centroid, not a field survey
Assumptions, fit-shortfall, and next checks
A representative centroid and regional climate window cannot establish parcel soil, water access, elevation, infrastructure, labour, contracts, or local farm-gate economics. Use this page to identify the next question, then verify local evidence before committing capital.
Market Demand — Cassava
Global consumption & trade · FAO 2010–2023Is Cassava viable in Corpus Christi?
Cassava is well suited to Corpus Christi: growing-season temperatures (~27.7°C) and rainfall (~988 mm) fall within its 20–29°C range. Cassava (Roots & Tubers, perennial) performs best around 20 - 29 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 600 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.
Growing Cassava in Corpus Christi: what to expect
Corpus Christi is wetter (~988 mm/yr) than Cassava's ~600 mm need — prioritise good drainage to avoid waterlogging and root disease. Winter lows near 3.6°C are marginal for Cassava; young trees may need frost protection for their first few winters. Plant Cassava in early spring once the risk of hard frost has passed in Corpus Christi.
Soil and climate requirements for Cassava
Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.
| Parameter | Cassava Requirement |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | 4 - 9 |
| Water Requirement | 600 mm / season |
| Optimal Temperature | 20 - 29 °C |
| Waterlogging Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Nitrogen Demand | High |
Reference yield and price range
The figures below are crop-profile reference values, not a field-specific yield or profit forecast. Local costs, grade, packout and buyer terms still need to be entered or verified.
| Metric | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Reference yield per hectare | 10.32 t/ha |
| Reference yield per acre | 4.18 t/acre |
| Market Price | $310 - $1,238 / t |
| Estimated Gross Revenue | $7,988 / Hectare |
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