Boost Tomato Profits: Drip & Mulching Techniques Yield Big Returns in Months!

• Farmers in Sagar district are supplying tomatoes to major markets like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Delhi, with traders buying directly from fields.
• Horticulture Officer Videsh Prajapati recommends modern drip and mulching techniques for profitable tomato farming, replacing old methods.
• February is ideal for nursery preparation; planting in February leads to harvesting by late March/early April, ensuring good market demand.
• Choosing virus-resistant varieties like 1546 and Adhiraj is crucial for high yield and crop safety.
• Horticulture Department offers 45-55% subsidies on hybrid seeds, drip, and mulching systems, significantly reducing costs for farmers.