How to Sell Hydroponic Tomatoes
Hydroponic tomatoes are grown in a special, nutrient-rich water, rather than in a traditional garden. No soil is involved. Occasionally, gravel, sand or other similar material is used to help to support the plant. Growing your own hydroponic tomatoes can be a challenging yet rewarding task. If you've taken up the hobby of growing tomatoes hydroponically and have an extra-large crop, you may wish to sell them so they don't go to waste. There are several options you can try to ensure the literal fruits of your labor don't go to waste. Does this Spark an idea?
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Package your tomatoes. Options for this include using small boxes or small plastic crates. Make sure your potential customers can see the tomatoes. Customers will not want to purchase vegetables that are completely hidden by packaging. Consider using a plastic or fabric liner to help in keeping your tomatoes free of bruises. Another option would be to put all of your tomatoes in a large box, allowing customers to choose the ones they want by putting them in a paper bag.
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Design a label. While this step is optional, if you want repeat customers, it can often help them to remember you if you include a distinct label. Try getting creative and coming up with a name and logo for your tomato business. Labels can be purchased for printing from your personal computer.
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Decide upon a price. It may be helpful to go to your local market to check out the prices that tomatoes are selling for, just to give you a ballpark figure. Be sure to set your price fairly.
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Find a venue in which to sell your hydroponic tomatoes. Some ideas include setting up a stand in front of your house. Make sure to paint a large sign advertising the fact that you are selling. Consider placing an ad on your local craigslist page. The site has an area specifically for people selling farm and garden things. Be sure to include a picture in the ad, as it may increase the response. If you have a large quantity of tomatoes, you may wish to set up a booth at your local farmers' market. Most farmers' markets have an office that you can call to find out about the details of selling there. If you have an ongoing supply, you may also contact a small local grocery or restaurant to see if they want to purchase your tomatoes.
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Tips & Warnings
If selling your products at a farmers' market, purchasing product liability insurance is highly recommended.
