A review of pollination and fruit set in the tomato (Lycopersicon esculentumMill.)

SummaryFruit setting is often poor in midwinter in early heated crops of tomatoes grown in the United Kingdom. This review considers recent research on the processes leading to fruit set in tomato with particular reference to the effects of low light and carbohydrate deficiency. Further research is needed to establish the most cost-effective cultural practices for maximum fruit set and early yield.