Abstract
The escalating demands for sustainable agricultural practices have led to the exploration of eco-friendly approaches to improve crop yield and soil health in ecological systems. This study investigates the synergistic effects of biochar and wood vinegar applications on tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) growth, yield, and ecological sustainability. A field experiment was conducted over 2023 growing season, during which `Bacuni` tomato variety was subjected to three treatments, including the application of biochar, wood vinegar, and Cropmax. Results indicated that the application of biochar and wood vinegar significantly enhanced tomato plant growth, as evidenced by greater plant height, number of leaves and fruits per plant, and overall biomass production. In addition to improved vegetative growth, tomato fruit production and quality was notably increased in the biochar and wood vinegar-amended plots. The enhanced fruit yield was attributed to the improved availability of essential nutrients, as well as the natural fungicidal properties of wood vinegar that reduced the incidence of soil-borne diseases. These findings highlight the potential use of biochar and wood vinegar as eco-friendly cultivation practices in order to promote ecological sustainability in tomato crop production.