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0000005290 00000 n In this study, we analyzed the correlation of tomato records in Limpopo with climatic variables in order to assess the climate change effects of tomato production and food security in South Africa. Pre-Written Tomato Farming Business Plan (PDF, Word And Excel): Comprehensive Version, Short Funding/Bank Loan Version and Automated Financial Statements. The production of tomato is growing dramatically in the world as like its consumption. 0000003768 00000 n (FAOSTAT, 2001). The tomato is a very important vegetable crop in South Africa. H�lUM��6��Wr"��$�:� �H�E��9�^��D�ˎ��3|��lïyo�G��۩��D&��mr��vJ,u��2�ז�¦&��(R��ʤ��.yN~��vd�~Nlp�ʌ��3��IF�!1�1{oC�5��ͧ�#[�~�eZ��Ϥ�(�&A��Y�f�'Y��ĶP��ѕz�sޫq��)��r �\�U��t*��2��t�� 0000007791 00000 n In KZN it is probably third cial tomato farmers in the Nkomazi local municipality located in the Mpumalanga Province of South Africa. Tomato harvested area peaked in 2018 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term. 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This guide is directed at the small to medium-sized grower with one to several houses, but much of the information is also useful for larger operations. The results showed yearly peak values of tomato in the range of 200 000 - 228 000 tons from year 2000 to 2006. %PDF-1.3 %�� Tomato production can be adversely affected when the temperatures get below 10°C or exceed 30°C, as fruit setting is affected. Irrigation is critical in tomato production. The business plan is designed specifically for the South African market. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 with an increase of X% against the previous year. In addition, 0000001386 00000 n Junior Tomato Breeder: Starke Ayres Seed Johannesburg, South Africa . In South Africa, production of tomatoes exceeds that of all other vegetables except potatoes. For an in-depth analysis of the tomato farming business, we encourage you to purchase our well-researched and comprehensive tomato farming business plan. Production levels and areas 3.1 South Africa Tomatoes are the second most important vegetable commodity after pota-toes, planted to about 6 000 hectares. xref trailer 0000010850 00000 n Indepth analysis of the South African tomato industry study Production Supply Domestic use Demand 4. 3.9.3 The South African Protea Producers and Exporters Association (SAPPEX)36 3.9.4 The Seedling Growers Association of SA (SGASA) 37 3.9.5 The South African Nursery Association (SANA) 37 3.9.6 AGRI SA 37 3.9.7 Agriculture in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAPP) 37 3.9.8 Intensive Agriculture South Africa (IASA) 37 0000003847 00000 n South Africaâs annual tomato production is around 600 000 tonnes. Data from the South African tomato producer were included for â¦ In China, tomatoes are widely cultivated in open fields or plastic tunnels. 0000001003 00000 n When choosing the field ensure tomatoes or a related crop (Solanaceous family) has not been planted in the field for at least 2 years to avoid high diseases presence in the soil. trailer << /Size 108 /Info 73 0 R /Root 79 0 R /Prev 130373 /ID[<537bf2d40d5f6138fd5bbc363de26944><537bf2d40d5f6138fd5bbc363de26944>] >> startxref 0 %%EOF 79 0 obj << /Type /Catalog /Pages 72 0 R >> endobj 106 0 obj << /S 325 /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 107 0 R >> stream Limpopo Mpumala nga Low veld Western Cape Johannesburg Cape Town . Excess irrigation after a long, dry spell without prior light irrigation results in fruit cracking. 0000006910 00000 n Ripe tomatoes are consumed fresh and are also be fried or used in cooking. of pages: 10: Date created: 2010: Tomato production guide would be very beneficial to the aspiring tomato farmers who want to start their farming practices or the farmers who are already involved in tomato farming in Zimbabwe. The largest tomato producer in South Africa is Bertie Van Zyl (EDMS) BPK (ZZ2®), based in Limpopo and produces an average of 160,000 tons a year (ZZ2 2015; Malherbe and Marais 2015). 0000010397 00000 n Disease-resistance packages for tomato varieties. The study was approved by the Ethics Committee of the Faculty 0000004481 00000 n Popular processed products include jam, chutney, tomato sauce, canned tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes. In 2000 and 2003 there was a decrease in tomato consumption which can be attributed to the increase in tomato prices in the same years. Markets: Tomato Determinate Round Open Land Final wordsâ¦ Africa can lead the world in tomato production! In a market-driven economy, price indicators guide and regulate production, consumption and marketing Tomatoes contribute about 24 % o f the total vegetable production in South Africa. 78 0 obj << /Linearized 1 /O 80 /H [ 1003 383 ] /L 132061 /E 11080 /N 24 /T 130383 >> endobj xref 78 30 0000000016 00000 n 0000001937 00000 n 0000003491 00000 n 0000006115 00000 n We have the land, human and market resources to make tomatoes a multi-billion dollar business that meets both domestic and international demand. Therefore, fruit processing is regarded as a residual industry that processes fall out ... Pretoria, South Africa (EKN) have commissioned a scoping study into the current state of affairs of the agro-processing industry in South Africa and its challenges. 0000002417 00000 n 0000029621 00000 n 0000004812 00000 n in South and Central America. The estimated total world production for tomatoes in 2017 was 182,301,395 metric tonnes, an increase of 1.6% from 179,508,401 tonnes in 2016. xڬToLe��k��ұ��GA��L4GW1Co�iǶ�� [F�\ Tomato Production 4 Table 2. Overview of the international tomato industry 2. Most tomatoes are grown in open fields under irrigation. 0000005127 00000 n 0000008607 00000 n South Africa imports about 20 000t of sub-grade Chinese paste a year. 0000002679 00000 n Pests and diseases are a feature of tomato production. In terms of area planted, only potatoes, onions and cabbages are more important. Africa can surely do better than just meet her own tomato needs. 0000003452 00000 n startxref Tomato Exports Exports from South Africa. To achieve this production, almost 5 million hectares were used. 0000002607 00000 n The country grows three main types of tomatoes, namely round or fresh tomatoes, roma tomatoes destined for processing, and cherry tomatoes. An intensive breeding programme has since produced the wide range of tomato cultivars available throughout the world today. The population increase in South Africa and improvement of the standard of living have resulted in an increased demand for foods of high value and quality. 0000002079 00000 n The study provides an overview of the 0000003306 00000 n The 2/3 weighting factor used here is based on the NDA definition of the spatial distribution of tomatoes in South Africa. It will be easier to plan and budget as the tomato production business plan will lay out all the costs involved in setting up and running the tomato farming business. Personal interviews were conducted with farmers during May/June 2015 for the 2014/2015 tomato production season. (2009) reported that in South Africa, the majority of tomato producers are still practicing open field production while soilless cultivation in a protected environment has gained popularity due to improvement in yield and quality. China was by far the largest producer, accounting for nearly 33% of global production. 0000007770 00000 n This is a list of countries by tomato production in 2016 and 2017, based on data from the Food and Agriculture Organization Corporate Statistical Database. tury. In 2009, South Africaâs annual fresh tomato consumption was approximately 309 623 tons per annum. Common Names: Tomato, Tamati, Tamatiso, uTamatisi Table tomatoes are one of the most cultivated crops in the world and there are several hundred varieties of tomato available. 0000002909 00000 n 0000053960 00000 n Most of South Africaâs land surface (69%) is suitable for grazing, and livestock farming is by far the largest agricultural sector in the country. Data were collected with the use of a structured questionnaire. 2700 0 obj <> endobj 0000009517 00000 n Disease Resistance1 Large and Beefsteak Amelia R to F-R (1, 2, 3), N, S, TSW, and V (1) This is the 13th publication of the South African Food Cost Review, emanating from the recommendations of the Food Pricing Monitoring Committee in 2003 to monitor food prices in South Africa on a regular basis. 40% production Western Cape Processing= 40% . dia, where arable land covers 53% of the country. Principal tomato production regions are located in south Florida, central Florida (south of Tampa), and a small production region in northwest Florida. Choosing a variety 0000005045 00000 n California is a close second in fresh market tomato production and contributes significantly to the crop of fresh market tomatoes produced in the U.S. 4. The fruit is rich in lycopene and Vitamin C. Tomatoes are used in various ways. 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ZZ2 produces tomatoes mainly for the South African market (40% of South Africaâs total tomato production), but our tomatoes are also exported by independent agents to other African countries. â 27°C. According to the data provided by FAOSTAT world has produced 182,301,395 tons tomatoes in 2017. successful greenhouse production of tomato and cucumber are presented in this publication. 0000008810 00000 n Tomato Farming Guide .PDF Admin November 30, 2015 Tomato Farming Guide .PDF 2015-11-30T04:45:09+00:00 The information contained on this booklet is based on research and field observation and we have made our every effort to ensure that the material is accurate and upto date. Tomato is now one of the most popular and widely grown vegetables around the world. The frequency of irrigation depends on the soil type and temperature. Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) is the second most important vegetable crop next to potato.Present world production is about 100 million tons fresh fruit from 3.7 million ha. It is important to supply sufficient water at critical times such as immediately after sowing or transplanting. 0000006931 00000 n 2718 0 obj <>stream TOMATO MARKET INTEGRATION: A CASE STUDY OF THE DURBAN AND JOHANNESBURG FRESH PRODUCE MARKETS IN SOUTH AFRICA Lloyd Baiyegunhi1 , Stanley Sharaunga1, Sphelele Dlangisa1, Nonkhululeko Ndaba1 1University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Abstract. that South Africa is self sufficient in terms of tomato production and surplus is also exported. ��k�t>��&Nhf�`��T�IW�5��5X?�l��^yV�Ӗ�i�di�V�c��^U��ݴ�`��q��)(�i]Z��"Q��6gl��i)z��Ju�mY>��h�E��}�ޝ�R��NW. 0000009539 00000 n 0000003507 00000 n SOUTH AFRICAN TOMATO INDUSTRY 1. 0000002491 00000 n Agricultural regions of South Africa Source: FAO Corporate Document Repository Agriculture is the foundation of developing economies. 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