Tomatophysiological
A sun-exposure injury on fruit that has lost its protective leaf cover.
Symptoms
A pale, blistered, papery patch develops on the sun-exposed shoulder of the fruit.
Favorable conditions
- •Direct sun exposure after defoliation from disease, pruning, or wind
- •Hot, high-light conditions
Management
- 1Maintain adequate foliage cover over fruit
- 2Avoid over-pruning
- 3Use shade cloth in especially hot climates
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