Syngenta To-6242 is a high-performance hybrid tomato seed variety for farmers seeking superior yields, excellent fruit quality, and adaptable growing conditions.

Benefits:

Higher Yield Potential: Expect bountiful harvests with strong plant vigor and extended fruit setting. You can expect up to 20% higher yields compared to other tomato varieties.
Premium Fruit Quality: Consistent, firm, and glossy fruits with ideal size and color for market preference. The tomatoes have a uniform size and shape, making them perfect for fresh markets and processing.
Longer Shelf Life: Enhanced post-harvest quality and disease resistance for better marketability. The tomatoes can stay fresh for up to two weeks longer than other varieties, which means you can get them to market and sell them for a higher price.
Semi-determinate Plant Habit: Performs well in diverse climates and adapts to various growing systems. This means you can grow these tomatoes in a variety of climates, from hot and humid to cool and dry.
Good Heat Set: Reliable fruit formation even during high temperatures. You don't have to worry about your tomato crop failing in hot weather.
Strong Stay Greenness: Healthy foliage throughout the season translates to prolonged productivity. The plants stay green and healthy all season long, which means they will continue to produce tomatoes for you.

Key Features:

Higher Yield Potential: Expect bountiful harvests with strong plant vigor and extended fruit setting. Compared to other varieties, you can see up to 20% higher yields!
Premium Fruit Quality: Consistent, firm, and glossy fruits with ideal size and color for market preference. The uniform size and shape make them perfect for fresh markets and processing.
Longer Shelf Life: Enhanced post-harvest quality and disease resistance for better marketability. Your tomatoes stay fresh up to two weeks longer, maximizing your earning potential.

Land Preparation:

Tomatoes need well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral pH (6.5-7.5).
Test your soil and adjust pH with lime or sulfur if needed.

Add organic matter like compost for better fertility and drainage.
Deep till (10-12 inches) to loosen the soil for root growth, use a rototiller or spade.
Create furrows 1-2 inches deep, spaced 2-4 feet apart for row planting.
Water the area thoroughly a few days before planting.
Lightly rake the soil surface for a smooth planting bed.
Add balanced fertilizer as per package instructions.
Use black plastic mulch to warm the soil and suppress weeds.
For raised beds, ensure they are at least 12 inches deep with a well-draining soil mix.

Sowing

Fill your seedling trays or pots with excellent quality seedling compost.
Aim for spacing of Syngenta To-6242 Tomato Seeds are about 2-3 cm (about 1.18 in) apart & lightly cover the seeds with a thin layer of compost. This should be about 0.5 cm (about 0.2 in) thick.
Cover the Syngenta To-6242 Tomato seedlings with transparent plastic wrap or a humidity dome to maintain moisture.
When the Syngenta To-6242 Tomato seedlings have emerged and developed their first true leaves, it is time to thin them out. This means removing weaker seedlings to give the stronger ones more space to grow. Use scissors to snip off the weaker seedlings at the base.
Continue to care for your tomato seedlings until they are ready to be transplanted outdoors. This will be around 6-8 weeks (about 2 months) after sowing, depending on the variety and your climate.

Transplanting:

Dig planting holes: Dig holes slightly deeper and wider than the containers your seedlings are currently in. Space the holes according to the recommended spacing for Syngenta To-6242 Tomato Seeds variety, usually 18-24 inches apart.
Removing seedlings: Gently remove the seedlings from their containers. Use a spoon or trowel to loosen the soil around the roots if necessary.
Planting: Carefully place each seedling in a prepared hole, burying it slightly deeper than it was in its container. This encourages strong root development.

Watering: Water each seedling deeply immediately after planting. Continue to water regularly, especially during dry periods.
Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch, such as straw or wood chips, around the base of your plants. This helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.

Varieties:

Determinate tomatoes: These compact plants typically grow 3-5 feet tall and can be spaced closer together than indeterminate varieties. Aim for 2-3 feet apart within rows and 3-4 feet between rows.
Indeterminate tomatoes: These vining plants can grow 6-12 feet tall and require more space to sprawl. Space them 3-4 feet apart within rows and 4-5 feet between rows.
Cherry tomatoes: These small-fruited plants can be planted closer together than larger-fruited tomatoes. Aim for 18-24 inches apart within rows and 3-4 feet between rows.

Harvesting:

Ripeness: Harvest Syngenta To-6242 Tomatoes when they are fully colored and slightly soft to the touch. Avoid picking green tomatoes, as they will not ripen properly.
Timing: Harvest Syngenta To-6242 Tomatoes in the cool morning hours to avoid sun damage.
Methods: Use sharp pruning shears or a knife to remove the tomatoes from the vine. Leave a small stem attached to help prevent rot.
Frequency: Pick tomatoes regularly to encourage further fruit production.

Storage:

Light: Keep Syngenta To-6242 Tomatoes out of direct sunlight, avoid storing them in the refrigerator.
Store Syngenta To-6242 Tomatoes at room temperature (60-70°F) for the best flavor.
Duration: Ripe tomatoes can be stored at room temperature for 3-5 days. If you have a surplus, you can extend their shelf life by storing them in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Green tomatoes: If you have a late frost and your Tomato are still green, you can harvest them and ripen them indoors. Place them in a paper bag at room temperature out of direct sunlight. Check them regularly and remove any that are soft or rotten. Green tomatoes will typically ripen within 1-2 weeks.