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VOL. 11, ISSUE 3 (2026)
Impact of integrated nutrient management on physicochemical and biochemical quality attributes of tomato (Lycopersicum esculentum Mill.) fruits
Authors
Sagri J M, Sayyed I U
Abstract
Tomato (Lycopersicum esculentum Mill.) is an important
horticultural crop valued for its nutritional and economic significance. The
present study was conducted to evaluate the effect of different fertilizers and
their combinations on physicochemical and biochemical quality parameters of
tomato fruits. The treatments included inorganic fertilizer (DAP), organic
amendments (mustard oil cake and banana peel powder), biofertilizer
(mycorrhiza), and their combinations. Fruit quality was assessed in terms of
pH, total soluble solids (TSS), ascorbic acid, and lycopene content using
standard analytical methods. The results revealed significant variation among
treatments. Fruit pH decreased from unripe to ripe stages across all
treatments, with the lowest pH observed in combined treatments, particularly T6
(mycorrhiza + banana peel powder), indicating increased acidity and improved
flavor quality. Total soluble solids (TSS) showed a marked increase under
integrated treatments, with the highest value recorded in T7 (mycorrhiza +
mustard oil cake + banana peel powder) (5.83 ± 0.15 °Brix), suggesting enhanced
sugar accumulation. Biochemical analysis indicated that ascorbic acid content
was highest in T4 (banana peel powder) (11.97 ± 0.25 mg/mL), while lycopene
content was maximum in T2 (mycorrhiza) (703.78 ± 13.74 mg/kg). However,
combined treatments demonstrated balanced improvement across multiple quality
parameters, highlighting synergistic effects. The study confirms that
integrated nutrient management significantly enhances fruit quality compared to
individual or control treatments. In conclusion, the combined application of
biofertilizers and organic amendments, particularly T7, proved most effective
in improving overall fruit quality. This approach offers a sustainable and
eco-friendly strategy for enhancing nutritional value, productivity, and soil
health in tomato cultivation.
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Pages:62-67
How to cite this article:
Sagri J M, Sayyed I U "Impact of integrated nutrient management on physicochemical and biochemical quality attributes of tomato (<i>Lycopersicum esculentum</i> Mill.) fruits". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 11, Issue 3, 2026, Pages 62-67
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