Tomato

Desi tomatoes are the indigenous or traditional tomato varieties cultivated widely across India. Known for their rich flavor and juicy pulp, these tomatoes have a deep red color and a balance of tanginess and sweetness, making them ideal for Indian cooking.

*Dark brown spots on leaves and fruit *Water-soaked lesions that turn black *Curling and yellowing of leaves

*Use Mancozeb or Copper Oxychloride sprays. Maintain proper spacing for air circulation. *Use fungicides like Metalaxyl or Ridomil Gold. Avoid overhead watering. *Control whiteflies using Imidacloprid. Use virus-resistant seeds.

Sowing Time : June–July | Harvesting Time : September–November

Temperature Range: 18°C–30°C (Ideal for growth). Best Growing Season: Moderate temperatures, neither too hot nor too cold. Rainfall: 50–125 cm annually, but excess rain can cause diseases. Sunlight: Requires 6–8 hours of sunlight daily. Frost: Tomatoes are highly sensitive to frost.

Best Soil: Loamy or sandy loam soil with good drainage. pH Level: 6.0–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral).

Aphids: Sticky leaves, curling of new growth Use Neem oil spray or Imidacloprid.