Field Preparation Guide for Successful Tomato Cultivation
Tomato
India, the second largest tomato producer, cultivates over 2000 varieties of this versatile fruit, ideal for Farms & home gardens
Seed Selection
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Seed Treatment
Tomato seed treatment vital for high germination & yield.
Trichoderma viride
(4g/kg) or
Carbendazim
(2g/kg) applied 24hrs pre-sowing proven effective.
Nursery Bed Preparation
Nursery with shade nets and insect-proofed sides, employing raised beds with
coco peat
mix
, and administer
NPK
drenching for optimal growth.
Sowing & Germination Hack
Sow treated seeds in
coco peat
filled protrays, maintain moisture, and germinate under polythene sheets.
Land Preparation
Plough, apply
FYM
, form ridges/furrows. Add
Azospirillum/Phosphobacteria.
Use drip lines. Transplant at 28 days. Fill gaps post-transplant.
Soil Type
Tomato crop requires good soil that is rich in organic matter. Loamy soil with a neutral pH range of 6.5 – 7.5 is ideal.
Planting and Transplanting
Transplant
28 day
old seedlings into prepared fields, filling gaps promptly for uniform growth.
Crop Care and Maintenance
Ensure regular watering, provide
balanced nutrition,
and control weeds for healthy tomato plants.
Conclusion
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