Advantages and Limitations of protected tomato cultivation

A. Advantages of Protected Tomato Cultivation

• Year-round production with premium market price.
• High yield and better fruit quality.
• Efficient use of water and fertilizers.
• Reduced pest and disease incidence.
• Longer crop duration and extended harvesting period.

B. Limitations

• High initial investment in structures and drip-fertigation system.
• Requires skilled labor for training, pruning, and management.
• Pest and disease outbreaks may spread rapidly if hygiene is poor.
• Dependence on hybrid seeds and purchased inputs.