Among growers who cultivate fruit and vegetable crops, tomatoes have been the most popular among our readers for years and that doesn’t look like it’s going to change any time soon. This year, 80% of tomato growers reported that they’re anticipating an increase in sales volume this year, building on the success of last year when the majority of growers also anticipated bigger sales.
When it comes to what growers want, quality, flavor, yield and disease resistance are still topping the list of most important qualities, as they have for the past two State of the Tomato Market reports. To see more on what fellow greenhouses are growing and how, read on.
-Kate Spirgen
Explore the June 2021 Issue
Check out more from this issue and find your next story to read.
Latest from Greenhouse Management
- North Carolina Nursery & Landscape Association announces new executive vice president
- Plant Development Services, Inc. unveils plant varieties debuting in 2025
- Promo kit available to celebrate first National Wave Day on May 3
- Applications now open for American Floral Endowment graduate scholarships
- Endless Summer Hydrangeas celebrates 20 years with community plantings
- Invest in silver
- Garden Center magazine announces dates for 2025 Garden Center Conference & Expo
- USDA launches $2 billion in aid for floriculture growers