Common challenges with tomatoes

From Italian pasta sauces, Mexican salsas, Indian curries, and American ketchup, tomato is a powerhouse ingredient due to its versatility and cultural importance. In 2022, China contributed more than 30% of the global production of 186 million tons. Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit, wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.

  • Blossom end rot
  • Fruit sizing under stress

How Afrikelp helps tomatoes farmers

  • Enhances abiotic stress tolerance
  • Improves size and uniformity

General application recommendations

All recommendations are based on field experience and trial results worldwide. Genetics by environment (G X E) must be considered in all applications as this has an impact on plant growth and production. Please contact your local supplier/advisor for additional technical assistance. Each recommendation should be adapted to local conditions and/or optimized depending on crop varieties, soil, environment, and fertilization programs.