News - Tomato

Research

Mechanism can protect tomatoes against heat

Brown University study reveals critical phase and molecular mechanisms for high temperature tolerance

10.11.2024 | 16:32 (UTC -3)

Tomato

Nematode infestation affects industrial tomato production in Goiás

A species of worm, which causes the phenomenon known as “stuck tomato”, has damaged plant growth and drastically reduced productivity, with losses estimated at up to 80%.

28.05.2024 | 09:10 (UTC -3)

Tomato

Kraft Heinz opens more than 460 vacancies for tomato harvesting in Nerópolis

Available opportunities cover a wide range of functions in both administrative and factory production areas

21.05.2024 | 16:11 (UTC -3)

BASF

Absent in Brazil, tomato disease is recorded in northern Argentina

There is no official record of the presence of ToBRFV in national tomato plants, but its detection in a region close to Brazil requires attention from producers and authorities

22.08.2023 | 14:02 (UTC -3)

Bacillus licheniformis

Beneficial bacteria have a positive impact on tomato growth, research reveals

The bacteria Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus licheniformis, widely used to combat nematodes, have benefits that go beyond controlling these pests.

23.05.2023 | 09:42 (UTC -3)

French Fries

Ihara warns tomato and potato producers about preventive management

The company also warns about monitoring the symptoms of the disease, which multiplies quickly and causes severe damage

11.04.2023 | 14:43 (UTC -3)

Mites

Embrapa updates correct management of pest insects and mites in tomato cultivation

Publication brings together recent, updated and systematized information on the topic, including topics such as integrated pest management (IPM), tomato pests, pest control and recommendations for the use of pesticides

17.02.2023 | 14:08 (UTC -3)

Tomato

CNA analyzes results of tomato production costs in 2022

Tomato production costs were surveyed in the states of Minas Gerais, Paraná and Santa Catarina

31.10.2022 | 13:50 (UTC -3)

Driving

Tomato moth causes damage again in the 2022 harvest

The tomato moth attacks the crop throughout the production cycle, causing damage to leaves, branches and fruits, which are bored by caterpillars and lose their commercial value.

25.10.2022 | 09:03 (UTC -3)

Protected cultivation

Soilless protected tomato cultivation achieves superior productivity in Ceará

Planted in coconut fiber substrate, the cherry yields 166 tons per hectare per year, while the average for the region is 63 tons per hectare per year.

11.10.2022 | 14:37 (UTC -3)

French Fries

Conab checks continued drop in wholesale vegetable prices

There was a reduction in wholesale prices for potatoes, onions, carrots and tomatoes last month

19.07.2022 | 14:09 (UTC -3)

Embrapa

Embrapa's hybrid tomato can generate opportunities for the productive sector in the Northeast

Variety developed by Embrapa has shown good performance in experiments in Alagoas

11.07.2022 | 16:22 (UTC -3)

Driving

Recently launched, insecticide for tomato management exceeds commercialization expectations in the country

Sipcam Nichino technology shows above-standard results against the most complex tomato pest

16.02.2022 | 13:58 (UTC -3)

Tomato

Maintaining vigilance: the biggest advantage in tomato productivity

Active monitoring and use of effective and innovative technologies can help reduce production costs

02.02.2022 | 13:51 (UTC -3)

Diseases

Updated version of the book “Tomato Diseases” expands the approach to new variants of diseases that threaten tomato farming

The correct identification of the causes of diseases and indications of sustainable ways to control them were the driving force behind the preparation of the third edition of the book “Tomato Diseases”, launched by Embrapa Hortaliças

31.01.2022 | 15:35 (UTC -3)

Driving

With new molecule, insecticide shows results in controlling tomato moth

Solution surpasses standard treatments, with high indicators of ovicidal and lizardicidal action and effect on the pest's fertility

30.11.2021 | 13:44 (UTC -3)

Rice

Prices paid to tomato and sweet potato producers rise and rice records a drop in Paraná

Rice prices dropped, however, the devaluation is much less significant

22.10.2021 | 20:59 (UTC -3)

Tomato

Agristar launches Garra tomato, a hybrid product from the Topseed Premium line

The Garra tomato was the major launch presented during Open Field Day 2021, Agristar's traditional Field Day

08.10.2021 | 20:59 (UTC -3)

Embrapa

Functional bacteria ensure tomato growth under saline stress conditions

Study identified bacilli isolates with functional properties to promote the growth of tomato plants under conditions of soil saline stress

05.10.2021 | 20:59 (UTC -3)

Tomato

Organic tomato cultivation will be a training topic at the Biological Institute

Family Farming Health Program (Prosaf) meets the demands of small and medium-sized rural producers in São Paulo for animal and plant health

27.09.2021 | 20:59 (UTC -3)

Tomato

Industrial tomato harvest started across Brazil

According to data from Tomate BR, the outlook remains the same regarding volume forecasts

07.08.2023 | 16:05 (UTC -3)

Fusarium

Biochar promotes growth and reduces the severity of tomato wilt

Study showed that the severity of Fusarium wilt and microbial activities in the soil were inversely proportional to the doses of biochar incorporated into the soil

03.03.2023 | 08:38 (UTC -3)

Tomato rootstock can protect plant from soil-borne diseases

Alternative can help in the management of bacterial wilt, a disease caused by the bacteria "Ralstonia Solanacearum"

15.12.2022 | 12:38 (UTC -3)

Launch

Sipcam Nichino holds a series of events and launches insecticide with a new molecule for tomato farming

Cities of Goiás, Minas Gerais and São Paulo will have face-to-face meetings to learn about the new solution, which surpasses standard treatments compared to Tuta Absolute; studies show high ovicide, lizardicide and action on the pest's fertility

02.12.2021 | 13:43 (UTC -3)