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Growing Fonio in Corpus Christi

Can you grow Fonio 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 evidence

Screening 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.

Crop Type
Fonio
Location / Region
Corpus Christi

Market Demand — Fonio

Global consumption & trade · FAO 2010–2023
Demand levelMinimal
MinimalMediumHigh
Demand trend
2013–2024 · kt imported/yr

Is Fonio viable in Corpus Christi?

Fonio is well suited to Corpus Christi: growing-season temperatures (~27.7°C) and rainfall (~988 mm) fall within its 22–27°C range. Fonio (Cereals & Grains, annual) performs best around 22 - 27 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 350 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.

Growing Fonio in Corpus Christi: what to expect

Corpus Christi is wetter (~988 mm/yr) than Fonio's ~350 mm need — prioritise good drainage to avoid waterlogging and root disease. Plant Fonio in early spring once the risk of hard frost has passed in Corpus Christi.

Soil and climate requirements for Fonio

Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.

ParameterFonio Requirement
Soil pH4.5 - 7.1
Water Requirement350 mm / season
Optimal Temperature22 - 27 °C
Waterlogging ToleranceIntolerant
Nitrogen DemandHigh

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.

MetricEstimated Value
Reference yield per hectare0.74 t/ha
Reference yield per acre0.3 t/acre
Market Price$391 - $1,861 / t
Estimated Gross Revenue$833 / Hectare
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