The Impact of Compost on the Growth of the Yield and Economic Value of Tomato in the Greenhouse
Abstract
Tomato has a very important value both in nutrition and economics. Therefore, tomato cultivation is of great importance when considering these two factors.
Kosovo has a tradition and potential for cultivating this vegetable. In Kosovo in open nature, tomato picking begins in late June through September; while in other months it is cultivated in the evening. Nutrient feed targets (ppm) for greenhouse tomatoes in sawdust: Nitrogen 200 ppm, Potassium 300 ppm, Calcium 200 ppm, Phophorus 55.
This paper deals with the use of 2 kg of root compost, where yields will be satisfactory. Variety Greenhouse 761, average 3.5 kg per plant. Average number of fruit per plant 12, 0. Average grams per fruit 280 gr.
This greenhouse – loving hybrid tomato produces fruit perfect for silicing and generally is ready to harvest about 75 days after seeds germinate.
The use of carbon dioxide (CO2) supplementation has the potential to increase the yields of a skilled grower who now attains between 55 to 60 kg/m2 , up to 70 kg/m2 .
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