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The Tomato Crop

Part of the book series: The Tomato Crop ((WOCS))

Abstract

Tomatoes are grown in the field wherever climatic conditions will permit economic yields to be attained. Field-produced fruit is used for consumption fresh and for processing. In recent years there has been a considerable increase in land area used for tomato production (Table 13.1), ranging from about 15% in China. Greece. India and North Africa up to 40% in Cuba, Indonesia and West Africa. The extra fruit is mainly intended for export to Western Europe, USA and Canada. In many countries there has also been a marked improvement in average yields and quality which are directly attributable to improved understanding and utilization of modern technology.

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Geisenberg, C., Stewart, K. (1986). Field crop management. In: Atherton, J.G., Rudich, J. (eds) The Tomato Crop. The Tomato Crop. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-3137-4_13

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