Summary
This paper investigates the comparative performance of different growing substrates in soilless tomato production systems, examining their effects on plant physiology, yield and product quality. The work contributes to understanding substrate selection as a management tool in intensive horticultural systems where soil is replaced by inert or organic growing media.
Regional applicability
The findings are relevant to United Kingdom horticulture, particularly for protected cropping and commercial glasshouse tomato production where soilless systems are widely adopted. Substrate choice is a practical management decision applicable across UK horticultural enterprises, though specific substrate availability and cost-effectiveness may vary regionally.
Key measures
Physiological processes, crop productivity, fruit quality attributes (specific measures not detailed in abstract provided)
Outcomes reported
The study examined how different growing substrates influence physiological processes, productivity and fruit quality in soilless tomato cultivation. Specific metrics on substrate performance and tomato yield or nutritional composition were likely assessed.
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