Myanmar's tomato growers are switching to other crops

Published 2021년 9월 10일

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Farmers in Mandalay Region are switching to growing peppers and cotton due to the high cost of agricultural pesticides needed for tomatoes. The high cost and poor condition of tomatoes have led to an uncertain market for the crop. Peppers require less pesticide and can be left to dry for later use, making them a more cost-effective crop.
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According to farmers in Mandalay Region, in the past, the main growers of tomatoes were switching to other crops in response to the current market situation. Tomatoes are traditionally grown in our area at this time of year. This year, the tomatoes are in poor condition, so they are planning to plant peppers. Another crop is cotton. The poor condition of tomatoes means that the price of agricultural pesticides has doubled this year. Tomatoes need more medicine than peppers. The tomato market is also uncertain. It does not last long. Mandalay Region Pyin Oo Lwin District Madara Township Hlaing Moe, a farmer from Myaung Thit village, said. Depending on the climate in the region, agricultural soils / fertilizers; Fungicides; Farmers are now cutting back on growing tomatoes, which require more pesticides. The market for pepper is good or bad. You can leave it to dry. As for agricultural medicine, you can get it with a thin layer of pepper. Sometimes you just need to water and care ...

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