Irrigation
Tomato Production

Insufficient water at any growth stage will reduce yield and fruit quality. Tomato is most sensitive to water deficit during flowering, somewhat sensitive immediately after transplanting and during fruit development, and least sensitive during vegetative growth.

Tomato grows well in moist but not soggy soil, and well-timed furrow or drip irrigation is effective. Wilting in the late morning indicates that the crop should be irrigated.

furrow irrigation
As a general rule in the dry season, irrigate weekly for the first month after transplanting, and then every 10 days until crop completion. The root zone of young transplants is shallow so irrigation should be frequent and just enough to recharge the root zone. As the crop develops, the root zone enlarges and less frequent but heavier irrigation is required. Tomato plants are sensitive to waterlogging and flooded fields should be drained within 1-3 days .
 

 


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