Manda Fermentation USA Releases Detailed Tomato Yield Study Results for Vertical Farming

Los Angeles, 23.02.2025 – Manda Fermentation USA today published the results of a controlled tomato trial conducted under Hawaiian conditions in a screenhouse/greenhouse environment.

Los Angeles, 23.02.2025 – Manda Fermentation USA today published the results of a controlled tomato trial conducted under Hawaiian conditions in a screenhouse/greenhouse environment. The study evaluated the effect of the Manda-Harvest foliar application on the Tomato Roma ketchup variety.

Tomato Roma ketchup variety was grown in a screenhouse to evaluate the effect of Manda Harvest foliar application on tomato growth and yield under Hawaii condition.

Manda-Harvest was applied 5 times till the 1st harvest (at seedling stage, after seedling transplant,2-weeks after transplant, 4-weeks after transplant, and 6-weeks after transplant.

Drip irrigation system was utilized for the trial. 5 lines of tomato plants were split into 2-halves. Eachhalf was randomly assigned as control (untreated) or treat (Manda-Harvest). All other fertilization and treatments were the same for the entire trial.

Study Overview and Methodology:

• Objective:
  The trial aimed to assess the impact of foliar application on tomato growth and yield under controlled conditions.

• Experimental Design:

  • The trial was carried out in a screenhouse using a drip irrigation system.
  • Five lines of tomato plants were divided into two groups: one serving as the control (untreated) and the other receiving the Manda-Harvest foliar treatment.
  • All other fertilization and cultural practices were consistently maintained throughout the trial.

• Application Protocol:
  Manda-Harvest was applied at five distinct stages before the first harvest:

  • At the seedling stage
  • Immediately after transplanting
  • Two weeks after transplanting
  • Four weeks after transplanting
  • Six weeks after transplanting

Key Findings:

• Flowering:
  Treated plants began flowering approximately 7 days earlier than untreated plants, with a noticeably higher density of flowers observed.

• Fruit Development:
  Field observations indicated that the foliar treatment led to earlier fruit maturity and an increased number of tomatoes per bunch.

• Yield and Quality:

  • The first harvest showed a significant increase in fruit count, with treated plants exhibiting approximately a 99.5% higher number of tomatoes compared to the control.
  • Additionally, the average fruit weight was significantly higher in the treated group, suggesting improved fruit quality and overall yield.

• Consistent Results:
  Subsequent harvests confirmed the initial findings, with treated plants consistently producing larger and more numerous fruits.

Implications for Vertical Farming:
The study demonstrates that precise foliar application techniques can enhance productivity and quality in vertical farming systems, contributing to more efficient and sustainable production practices.

For further information or interview requests, please contact:

Clay Gilpin
Manda Fermentation USA
clay@mandausa.com