· In the planting system of two stakes or double rows, the distance between plants is 50 cm

and between rows is 100cm, leaving a walkway of 80 cm.

· It should be done in the evening, when the heat has dissipated and the wind is mild.
· The plants should be positioned in such a way that the true leaves stays towards the
walkway, with the purpose that the flower clusters stay on the same side and facilitate the
harvest.
· You should keep in mind that the depth of the transplant is ideally the same as that of the
seedbed.
· Water the plants 0.5 liters each.
· Apply plant health products designed for planting, in a preventive form to control trips, a
white fly. This should be done during the first four weeks following the transplant.
1.7.2 Positioning of Tutors:
· On the third day of the transplant you should proceed to the placement of the tutors, which
are attached to the seedlings.
· The early placement prevents the plants from weakening due to the movement caused by
the wind and it prevents root damage to a considerable degree if this is done later, being
detrimental to the plant growth.
· The height of the stakes is very important and should measure at least 2.20 m for varieties
of undetermined growth and 1.50 m for varieties of determined growth.
· Plastic tape should be used with UV treatment in order to not hurt the plants, the use of
threads made of cotton or hardware varieties is not recommended because it damages the plant.
· Place a stake or tacuara rod at the side of each plant and fasten it with wire, which is tense
due to the posts of both ends of the row.
1.7.3. Handling of the plant from the fruit growth of the first bunch, beginning from the
flowering of the third bunch
1.7.3.1 Capture: Water each plant with 0.5 liters of water 1 time every 1or 2 days, during the 3-
5 days after the transplant.
1.7.3.2 Induction of the floral bud, realized by means of handling of: Reduction of the
amount and frequency of risk until the plant show symptoms of deficiency and later water it
again.
Trim the buds of the axils at the right time, from 3 to 10 cm tall, not before or after, because it
creates a vegetative delay of stems, leaves, and roots.
1.7.3.3 Pruning season: Do it in the morning with disposable gloves and and apply an
antibiotic and copper registered for growing tomatoes in order to prevent the introduction of
diseases through wounds in the plant.

1.7.3.4. Conduction of the branch of the tomato:

Depending on the varieties conduction is done in the following ways:
Varieties of undetermined growth:
· Conduction of only one branch: Let the principal branch grow, trimming all of the lateral
branches until you get to 8 flower bunches and they bud.
· Conduction of two branches: Let the principal branch that is secured to the stake grow and
the branch located before the first flower bunch that is fastened by the tape positioned
horizontally grow. The other lateral branch should sprout immediately and manually, avoiding
the delay of these jobs because it directly affects the yield. When it grows up to the 7 or 8
th th

flower bunch sprout leaving two leaves after the branch.

Varieties of determined growth: Let the branch situated below the first floral bunch and all that
you encounter above it grown, do not make sprouts of any lower branches.
1.7.3.5 Growth Diagnosis:
Done in the morning between 7:00 and 8:00 am, where you observe:
· The growth point: The amount of yellow leaves that grow in the center is used as criteria.
· Two yellow leaves in the first floral bunch stage.
· Three yellow leaves in the second floral bunch stage.
· Four yellow flowers in the third floral bunch stage.
Observation: If the amount of yellow leaves appears in a lower amount, it means there is a
delay in growth. Therefore, you should make the following corrections and decisions to stimulate
growth:
· Increase the amount and frequency of waterings.
· Postpone the pruning time of the lateral branches.
· Apply a 0.5% urea solution at the base of the plant.
Observation: If during the growth point you observe large hairs with lots of liquid on the tips, it is
a sign of excessive growth, and you should do the following corrections and decisions to delay
growth:
· Reduce the amount of water given.
· Trim the branches early.
· The part of the stem in the area of insertion of the tallest floral bunch: compare the
thickness, length between the nodes, the growth level of the axillary buds with the lower bunch
should be equal, and in contrary cases you should make corresponding adjustments.

· Fruit at peak growth: The amount of dampness on the surface of the fruit and brightness
should be moderate.
· Lower leaves: If the first leaves of the floral bunch roll up, it is due to a lack of water,
weakness of the roots, or disease.
· The ground: Observe the humidity level and determine the necessity to water.

1.7.4 Management of the plant in the later stage to the growth of the fruits of the first
floral branch.
· Alterations in the vegetative growth of stems and leaves are not frequent.
· In this stage plants with symptoms of viruses appear, which should be eliminated to prevent
the dissemination of diseases.
· In this stage the appearance of plague and diseases in frequent, you should diagnose
precisely and take control immediately.
· Growth of the fruits of the other bunches begins.
· To delay growth, postpone trimming trimming the lateral branch until they reach 10 to 20 cm
in height.
· Sprount when the main branch reaches the tip of the stake.
· Stimulate growth through the application of fertilizers additionally with normal watering.
· If you neglect these two factors the lower leaves roll up, immediately giving way to the
presence of surface rotting on the fruit.
1.7.5 Management in the application of fertilizers:
Apply fertilizer on the cover or more according to the growth of the plant 40, 60, or 80 days
following the transplant.

The form of application is opening a hole by means of a small cut of mulching between the
middle part of two plants, mix with the ground and later cover it up.

If you observe excessive nutrients, trim a leaf located above the bunch and eliminate the buds
at an early age.

If there is a lack of nutrients, trim the three leaves located above the floral bunch and delay
trimming of the lateral leaves.

1.7.6. Management of watering:

Water consumption in this state is 1 liter per day per plant, also being able to water two to three
liters per plant every two to three days one time.