Tomato Variety Yield and Profitability Comparator

Comparatore di Rese e Redditività per Varietà di Pomodoro

Confronta le rese produttive e la redditività economica delle principali varietà di pomodoro per superficie e costo di produzione.

This application allows you to analyze and compare the productivity and economic profitability of the main tomato varieties, estimating revenues and net margins based on the cultivated area and production cost per hectare.

It is ideal for farms, field technicians, transformation consortia, and operators in the sector who need to plan crops based on their economic potential.

How it works

  1. Enter the total cultivated area (in hectares).
  2. Enter the average production cost per hectare (€).
  3. Click on “Compare yields and margins.”
  4. The app automatically calculates for each variety:
    • Average yield in tons per hectare.
    • Average market price (€ / kg).
    • Estimated gross revenue (€ / ha).
    • Estimated net margin (€ / ha).

At the end, the variety with the highest profitability is also indicated.

Practical example

Area: 2 ha
Production cost: 45,000 €/ha

VarietyYield (t/ha)Price (€ /kg)Gross revenue (€/ha)Net margin (€/ha)
San Marzano651.60104,000 €59,000 €
Datterino802.00160,000 €115,000 €
Cuore di Bue552.50137,500 €92,500 €
Ciliegino751.80135,000 €90,000 €
Roma851.20102,000 €57,000 €

Most profitable variety: Datterino

Benefits

  • Immediate estimate of profitability by variety and area.
  • Support for crop and commercial decisions.
  • Technical and economic comparison in a single table.
  • Usable also from smartphones or tablets in the field.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are the yield and price data real?
They are indicative average values based on production technical data. They may vary depending on zone, soil, climate, and market.

2. Can I add new varieties?
Yes, simply add new entries in the $varieta array by modifying yield, price, and description.

3. Can I also calculate the total net margin for the entire farm?
Yes, the margin per hectare is already multiplied by the entered area, so you also get the overall estimate.

4. Can I use other products besides tomatoes?
Yes, you can easily adapt the data to vegetables, fruits, or other crops by modifying the yield and price parameters.

5. Does the app account for taxes or amortization?
No, the calculations are purely technical and do not include taxes, family labor, or amortization.

6. Is it compatible with smartphones and tablets?
Yes. The design is simple, readable, and perfectly adaptable to mobile screens.