Greenhouse farming is an aspect of urban horticulture that is revolutionizing vegetable farming in the tropical regions. Overtime, greenhouse farming has proven to be a sustainable solution to overcoming the effects of climate change on open-field vegetable farming as it ensures all-season production, healthier production and higher productivity with less space and efficient use of water, nutrients and other resources as well as minimal or no use of chemical pesticides.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Peculiarities of Tropical Greenhouse Tomato and Capsicum Farming
Chapter 1: Considerations for Greenhouse Farming in the Tropical Climates
Chapter 2: Fertilizers and Nutrient Management
Chapter 3: Integrated Pest Management in Greenhouse
Chapter 4: Greenhouse Tomato and Capsicum Seed Varieties
Chapter 5: Nursery and Growing Media Management
Chapter 6: Tomato and Capsicum Cultivation in the Tropical Greenhouses
Chapter 7: Trellising, Pruning and Pollination
Chapter 8: Yield and Harvesting
Chapter 9: Post-Harvest Technology for Export of Tomato and Capsicum
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Onome Imoh (verified owner) –
Great read, well detailed, educative and informative. A must have for home gardeners and intending commercial farmers.
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Glad you find it worth a while.
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