Why use a Rootstock?

De Ruiter explains - Why use a Rootstock?

Modern rootstocks offer a wide range of possibilities for cultivating various crops, including tomatoes, as effectively and efficiently as possible.

The reasons for using rootstocks include:

  • Improved resistance to diseases.
  • Better quality of fruit.
  • Stress resistance to temperature differences and drought.
  • Stronger and improved root structures.
  • Stronger plants in the summer.
  • Better cold tolerance.
  • Improved resistance to and recovery from infections.
  • Better establishment of the plant under difficult conditions.
  • Vigorous growth for longer crop cycle.
  • Wider possibilities to grow using higher EC water, which could be used to improve flavor.
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