Harvesting Ripe Tomatoes Selling at the Market and Planting New Seeds

b. Harvesting techniques:

Use scissors or a sharp knife to cut the tomato from the plant, making sure not to damage the stem or fruit.
Cut the tomato by holding its handle firmly and cutting off the stalk, avoiding hard pulling as it may crack the fruit or hurt the plant.
Place the tomatoes in a light basket or container to avoid crushing the fruit.

c. **Pre-storage K

**2. Selling tomatoes at

a. Preparing for sale:

Arrange tomatoes into groups evenly and attractively to attract customers.
If possible, provide information about the origin and cultivation of your tomatoes to create confidence and excitement among buyers.

b. Pricing and Pricing:

c. Marketing Strategy:

Offer small incentives or promotions such as discounts to bulk buyers to increase sales.
Use signage or billboards to highlight your booth.

3. Plant new tomato seeds

a. Soil preparation:

Choose soil with good drainage and rich in nutrients. Tomatoes grow best in soils with a pH of 6.0 to 6.8.
Plow the soil to soften and add organic fertilizer to provide the necessary nutrients.

b. Sowing seeds:

Sow tomato seeds at a depth of about 0.5 cm and at least 2.5 cm apart to give the plants space to grow.
Keep the soil moist but not too wet, and provide enough light for the seeds to germinate.

c. Seedling care:

When the seedlings grow, prune them down to keep the distance between the plants by about 30-45 cm.
Water regularly and check for pests regularly.

d. Transferring plants to the garden:

When the seedlings are large enough and the weather is stable, move the plant to a garden or large pot.
Make sure to provide enough sunlight and support the plant with stakes if needed.

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