Tomato Farmers Boost Profits: String Technique Doubles Yield, Prevents Rot

• Madhya Pradesh farmers face losses due to tomato plant bending, causing fruit rot and quality issues.
• Agricultural consultant Anupam Chaturvedi recommends the 'string technique' to support plants.
• The string technique involves tying plants upwards with thread to a wire or bamboo, preventing fruits from touching the ground.
• This method prevents rot, improves fruit quality, color, size, and weight, making tomatoes more marketable.
• Adopting the string technique can help farmers earn 3-4 lakh rupees per acre, despite adding 15 extra days to ripening.

Why It Matters: The string technique offers a simple yet effective solution for tomato farmers to increase yield and income.