BAU Develops Seedless Tomato Variety: Double Profit for Farmers

• Bihar Agricultural University (BAU) has developed a new seedless tomato variety, gaining popularity among farmers.
• The seedless tomato is soft, juicy, and ideal for the processing industry, making it easier for consumers to cut and peel.
• It boasts a longer shelf life of 8-10 days, allowing farmers to sell at optimal market prices and avoid spoilage losses.
• This variety commands higher prices than regular tomatoes, with increasing demand expected from processing units and supermarkets.
• The seedless tomato is disease-resistant, yields well in summer and mild winter, and promises double benefits for farmers.

Why It Matters: BAU's new seedless tomato offers farmers double profit through higher prices, longer shelf life, and processing ease.