Feed & EC
EC readings do not match
First compare the test methods, then compare the numbers. A supplier’s extraction result and drainage from a fertigated crop describe different samples.
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Tomatoes in cocopeat: flowers but little fruit?
Healthy-looking foliage does not guarantee fruit set. Look at the flowers and greenhouse conditions alongside the root-zone records.
Teral grower guidance · Updated 27 October 2026
TomYour crop guides guideTHE COCOPEAT CONNECTION
Why the root zone matters
Cocopeat supports the roots, but successful tomato fruiting also depends on climate, pollination and balanced nutrition. Increasing feed will not correct every flowering problem.
01 / OBSERVE
Three checks before you change anything
- Record daytime peaks and night conditions near the flowering trusses, including humidity.
- Observe flower vibration and pollination activity appropriate to the production system.
- Review water consistency, light and feeding history, especially very leafy growth alongside poor fruit set.
02 / NARROW IT DOWN
What is the main pattern?
Choose the closest observation for a suggested next check.
Flowers drop during hot periods
Review heat management, ventilation and water consistency. Record conditions at flowering before changing fertiliser.
Flowers remain, but fruit rarely sets
Check pollination activity and the vibration method used in your crop. Consult the crop adviser on the appropriate approach.
Very leafy plants, few fruit
Review the nutrient balance, light and climate together. Avoid automatically adding nitrogen or stronger feed.
03 / TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Leave with something useful
Bring climate records, flowering photos and the nutrient programme to a crop review.
Keep in mind
Do not blame cocopeat or add calcium solely because flowers are dropping.
Discuss this with Teral →Watch the related Growlab lessons
The written checks above stand on their own. These short lessons add context.
Tomato flowers falling offWatch on YouTube ↗Tomato pollination: bumblebees and buzzingWatch on YouTube ↗All leaves, no tomatoesWatch on YouTube ↗
Lesson links selected from Growlab’s supplied transcript and description review.
CONNECTED QUESTIONS
