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Kharif / Rabi / Summer • Vegetable / Solanaceous
Tomato (Tamatar)
Solanum lycopersicum
High-value horticulture crop. Highly susceptible to Early/Late Blight and Blossom End Rot if moisture fluctuates sharply.
Optimal Temperature
18°C - 30°C
Ideal Soil Moisture
45% - 70%
Daily Sunlight
7+ Hours/day
Growth Cycle
90 - 120 days
Soil Type & Fertilizer Ratios
Recommended Soil:
Rich, well-drained sandy loam with high organic compost and pH 6.0 - 7.0.
Recommended NPK Ratio:150:100:120 kg/ha
Irrigation Scheduling & Water Requirements
Maintain uniform soil moisture between 45-65%. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal leaf blights.
Common Pests & Disease Vulnerabilities
- Early Blight (Alternaria)
- Late Blight (Phytophthora)
- Fruit Borer (Helicoverpa)
- Leaf Curl Virus (Whitefly transmitted)
Optimal Harvesting Signs & Post-Harvest Handling
Harvest at breaker or pink stage for distance markets; fully red-ripe for local direct sales.