Planning a large farm: How long to desucker each indeterminate tom?

cdevidal · November 26, 2008

I once tried to grow three toms as a child but knew nothing about the process. Recently I've decided I want to try again, because some day (after much practice and experimentation) I would like to turn this into a business.

For my estimation purposes, I would like to know approximately how long it takes to desucker an indeterminate plant that is 7 foot tall, if done weekly. Does it take 20 seconds? 30? One minute? I would like estimations so that I know how much labor may be needed for a large farm. I am thinking of doing many different heirloom varieties but I'm going to start next year in my yard with some classic Brandywine, and only organic.

I'm sure I'll find out for myself how long it takes next year when I start my experiments, but it'd be good to get an idea right now for my planning.

Anyone willing to get out in their garden with a stopwatch?

This is a great forum!

November 26, 2008	#1
cdevidal Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 22	Planning a large farm: How long to desucker each indeterminate tom? I once tried to grow three toms as a child but knew nothing about the process. Recently I've decided I want to try again, because some day (after much practice and experimentation) I would like to turn this into a business. For my estimation purposes, I would like to know approximately how long it takes to desucker an indeterminate plant that is 7 foot tall, if done weekly. Does it take 20 seconds? 30? One minute? I would like estimations so that I know how much labor may be needed for a large farm. I am thinking of doing many different heirloom varieties but I'm going to start next year in my yard with some classic Brandywine, and only organic. I'm sure I'll find out for myself how long it takes next year when I start my experiments, but it'd be good to get an idea right now for my planning. Anyone willing to get out in their garden with a stopwatch? This is a great forum!