Abstract
The tomato is a very popular crop for production in greenhouses. Tomatoes are relatively easy to grow compared to cucumbers and lettuce, and yields can be very high. Demand for tomatoes is usually strong because of the vine-ripe nature and general overall high level of eating quality.
Production of tomato is not without serious challenges, however. This chapter presents the production techniques specific to tomato. Techniques used with certain systems (bag, rockwool, or NFT) will be highlighted separately. The production information is presented as recommended procedures. Minor adjustments might be needed as individual growers require and as research indicates the need. Growers are encouraged to consult a knowledgeable expert prior to making adjustments. First published Dec. 1990.
References
Hochmuth, R.C., L.L. Leon, and G. J. Hochmuth. 1997. Evaluation of several greenhouse cluster and beefsteak tomato cultivars in Florida. Univ. of Fla. Coop. Ext. Report Suwannee Valley REC 97-3 11pp.
Hochmuth, R.C., G.J. Hochmuth, and M.C. Ross. 1993. Evaluation of Greenhouse Tomato Cultivars for Production and Quality in North Florida in the 1992 and 1993 Season. Univ. of Fla. Coop. Ext. Report Suwannee Valley REC 93-2. 12 pp.
Hochmuth, R.C., G. J. Hochmuth, M.E. Donley, and M.C. Ross. 1992. Evaluation of Ten Greenhouse Tomato Cultivars for Production and Quality in North Florida in the 1991 to 1992 Season. Univ. of Fla. Coop. Ext. Report Suwannee Valley REC 92-22. 17 pp.
Hochmuth, R.C., G.J. Hochmuth, M.E. Donely, and C.W. Morrison. Evaluation of Seven Greenhouse Tomato Cultivars for Production and Quality in North Florida in the 1989 and 1990 Season. Univ. of Fla. Coop. Ext. Report Suwannee Valley REC 91-15. 9 pp.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
Copyright (c) 2001 UF/IFAS