Growing Cauliflower in Lubbock
Can you grow Cauliflower in Lubbock? Well suited. Season ~25.4°C, rainfall ~377 mm, winter low ~-8.4°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
- Lubbock
- 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 — Cauliflower
Global consumption & trade · FAO 2010–2023Is Cauliflower viable in Lubbock?
Cauliflower is well suited to Lubbock: growing-season temperatures (~25.4°C) and rainfall (~377 mm) fall within its 10–25°C range. Cauliflower (Vegetables, annual) performs best around 10 - 25 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 400 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.
Growing Cauliflower in Lubbock: what to expect
Rainfall in Lubbock (~377 mm/yr) roughly matches Cauliflower's ~400 mm need, so a normal year needs little supplemental water. Plant Cauliflower in early spring once the risk of hard frost has passed in Lubbock.
Soil and climate requirements for Cauliflower
Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.
| Parameter | Cauliflower Requirement |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | 5.5 - 8.5 |
| Water Requirement | 400 mm / season |
| Optimal Temperature | 10 - 25 °C |
| Waterlogging Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Nitrogen Demand | Moderate |
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 | 18.96 t/ha |
| Reference yield per acre | 7.67 t/acre |
| Market Price | $500 - $1,500 / t |
| Estimated Gross Revenue | $18,960 / Hectare |
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