Nutrient Management Research Database
General Information
Research Title
Fresh Market Tomato Production in California
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Research Specifications
Crop: Tomato
Soil Type:
State: California
Year: 2000
Authors
Le Strange, M., Schrader, W.L., & Hartz, T.K.
Summary/Abstract from Original Source
This work overviews fresh market tomato production in California including general statistics, climatic requirements, varieties grown, soils, irrigation practices, fertility management, integrated pest management, harvesting, handling, and marketing. Maximum yields can be obtained for either bush or pole grown tomatoes with between 100 to 180 lbs per acre of nitrogen, under normal conditions. 60 to 120 lbs per acre of phosphorus should be adequate for the majority of tomato fields, though growers often apply between 80 to 160 lbs per acre. Potassium applications range from 0 to 120 lbs per acre depending on the soil tests.
Research Highlights
Design and Methods
This work reviews fresh market tomato production in California.
Results
- Maximum yields can be obtained for either bush or pole grown tomatoes with between 100 to 180 lbs per acre of nitrogen, under normal conditions.
- 60 to 120 lbs per acre of phosphorus should be adequate for the majority of tomato fields, though growers often apply between 80 to 160 lbs per acre.
- Potassium applications range from 0 to 120 lbs per acre depending on the soil tests.