Tomato Yigido

Reliable Genetics for Professional Yields

In greenhouse vegetable production, stability is often more critical than peak yield potential. The Igido tomato by Monsanto is a hybrid that compensates for minor agronomic shortcomings thanks to its robust genetics. As an indeterminate variety, it requires consistent care, such as regular pruning and proper trellising, but it rewards the grower with highly predictable results.

Agronomy and Disease Control

The standout feature of this hybrid is its disease resistance. In a closed-environment setting, managing Fusarium or Cladosporium can easily drain your budget for crop protection products. Igido stands firm: with basic ventilation management, the risk of losing plants to Fusarium or Verticillium wilt is significantly minimized, saving both labor and fungicide costs.

Marketability and Quality

With an average fruit weight exceeding 200 grams, this variety meets current retail standards. Its round shape and vibrant red color make it highly marketable. The 3-4 chamber structure provides excellent density, ensuring the fruit holds its shape during transport. For fresh market growers, the ability to store the fruit for up to 10 days without compromising quality is a major logistics advantage, allowing you to react to market price fluctuations without panic-selling.

Best Practices for Cultivation

• With a 100-120 day maturity cycle, precise timing for seedling transplant is essential. There is no need to keep fruit on the vine longer than necessary; they ripen perfectly in crates post-harvest.
• Due to its indeterminate growth habit, timely topping of the main stem at the end of the season is crucial to ensure the final clusters receive enough energy to size up.
• While the fruit has great shipping durability, avoid excessive packing pressure, as the heavy fruit weight can lead to bruising if stacked improperly.