Zambia Agribusiness Society - ZAS C- Guide for Growing Tomatoes Successfully On Open Space – ZAS

Tomatoes are a favourite vegetable for most farmers. They don't require much space, produce a high value for the small amount of space and are a consumer favourite. They do however present a number of challenges for even the most experienced open-field grower. These range from wildly fluctuating prices to problems with weather conditions and disease. If you are a first timer, you should start off on a small site. This way you can keep your costs down while you learn how to manage your new crop. What you'll learn in this guide:

• Choosing your tomato variety
• Preparing your soil
• Tips for cultivating your tomatoes
• Techniques for disease and weed prevention
• Marketing your tomatoes