Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper has declared April 17, 2024, as the official pack date for the 2024 Vidalia onion season. The announcement, made in collaboration with the Vidalia Onion Committee, marks the beginning of a much-anticipated season for onion enthusiasts nationwide.
Vidalia onions, known for their distinctive sweet flavor and crisp texture, are a seasonal delicacy cherished by culinary enthusiasts and home chefs alike. The pack date is determined by soil and weather conditions during the growing season, ensuring the high quality of Vidalia onions.
“The Vidalia Onion Committee is thrilled to announce the selection of Shane Curry as its new Executive Director,” announced Cliff Riner, Chairman of the Vidalia Onion Committee. “Shane’s extensive background in agriculture and natural resources, combined with his passion for the Vidalia onion industry, makes him the ideal candidate to lead our committee into the future.”
Shane Curry, a native of Mount Vernon, GA, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. With a background in agribusiness and environmental education, Curry has spent seventeen years working with the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension, where he has received recognition for his dedication to agricultural research and extension programs.
“I’m excited to get this opportunity to work in the Vidalia Onion industry,” expressed Curry. “Having grown up in the area, I understand the importance of Vidalia onions to our community and look forward to working closely with Vidalia onion growers to further elevate the industry.”
Curry’s appointment as Executive Director of the Vidalia Onion Committee underscores the committee’s commitment to advancing the Vidalia onion brand and ensuring the continued success and growth of the industry.
As the 2024 Vidalia onion season approaches, consumers can anticipate the arrival of these iconic sweet onions in grocery stores nationwide, beginning April 17th. The Vidalia Onion Committee, under the leadership of Executive Director Shane Curry, remains dedicated to upholding the legacy of Vidalia onions and supporting the farmers who cultivate them.
For more information about the Vidalia onion season and updates from the Vidalia Onion Committee, please visit www.vidaliaonion.org or contact the committee directly at info@vidaliaonion.org.
