Overview of Garlic Planting Situation and Planting Technology at Home and Abroad

Garlic (Allium sativum L.) is a perennial herb belonging to Liliaceae family, Allium genus. It has both nutritional and medicinal value and has a wide range of applications. In recent years, the planting area and output of garlic at home and abroad have increased steadily. China is the world's largest producer and major exporter of garlic, and its planting scale and output occupy a leading position in the world. In this paper, the environmental requirements of garlic planting, planting technology, common types of diseases and insect pests and their control technology, policies and support measures, future development trend, challenges and countermeasures in the planting process were summarized. This review is expected to provide theoretical basis for garlic planting and promote the development of garlic planting industry.