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Where are Truss Me tomatoes grown?

Truss Me tomatoes are grown in three custom-built glasshouse facilities across Australia: Guyra, New South Wales; Two Wells, South Australia; and Tatura, Victoria.

Where can I buy Truss Me tomatoes?

Our tomatoes can be found at leading green grocers and supermarkets around Australia. If you cant see them on shelf just ask your retailer for them by name.

Why should I choose truss tomatoes?

Truss tomatoes are hydroponically grown in glasshouses, which means the growers can ensure that the conditions for growing and ripening are optimum at all times.

Plus, truss tomatoes are vine-ripened, which means they are exceptionally sweet and flavoursome. Apart from tasting great, the way they are grown is great for the environment, using 90% less water and 80% less fertiliser compared to regular tomatoes.

Why are truss tomatoes left on the truss?

We leave our tomatoes on the truss (or a portion of the vine) until they are eaten because they continue to draw valuable nutrients and moisture from the vine. This helps them ripen to plump perfection, and enhances their flavour and nutritional value.

What are the health benefits of eating truss tomatoes?

Truss tomatoes are bursting with nutrients. Lycopene, in particular, is a powerful antioxidant responsible for the red colour of tomatoes. It has been known to decrease the risk of a host of chronic diseases and cancers, with prostate cancer being the most notable.

They are also a source of calcium, Vitamin C and Vitamin A. These minerals and vitamins help the body to absorb iron and contribute to healthy skin, muscles, hair, bones and teeth. Truss tomatoes also contain fibre, which is known to benefit the digestive system as well as lowering cholesterol.

Are truss tomatoes genetically modified?

No. The seeds we use are hybrids. This is true for almost all commercial varieties and is a way for seed companies to recoup the money they invest into research for new varieties that are resistant to pests and have stronger growth habits. We make sure that the seed companies’ breeding programs are all natural and that our tomatoes are definitely not genetically modified.

Are truss tomatoes organic?

No. But while they are not technically organic, they use 80% less fertiliser and 95% less pesticides than regular tomatoes. The nutrients that are delivered to the plant include vital minerals that are usually found on the back of a vitamin jar – like calcium, potassium, zinc and magnesium. Truss tomato growers feed the plant the vitamins that enable the fruit to attain its best flavour.

Do you use pesticides?

Unfortunately, pests and insects can find their way inside our glasshouses. So we have to use some pesticides to fight them. Wherever possible, we introduce naturally occurring insects that combat tomato pests, without the use of chemicals. For those pests that other insects won’t eradicate, we use carefully chosen chemicals.

This strategy – and the fact that the glasshouse prevents insects from getting to the plants in the first place – enables us to reduce our chemical use by up to 95% compared to other growers. And because the technology around breeding natural enemies of tomato pests is rapidly improving, it won’t be long before we are using no pesticides at all.

How should truss tomatoes be selected?

The green stem (truss) must be vigorous, green and fresh, not dried up or shrivelled. All the tomatoes on the truss should be evenly ripened and roughly the same size. Choose tomatoes that are a beautiful dark red colour, particularly the top few on the truss.

How should truss tomatoes be stored?

Rule #1: Don’t keep your tomatoes in the fridge, as the cold temperature prevents them from ripening and they rapidly lose their flavour. Always store truss tomatoes in a dry place at room temperature (18ºC).

Rule #2: Don’t store tomatoes in the same bowl as your apples and bananas. Ripening fruit emits the hormone ethylene, which accelerates the ripening process of the tomatoes.

Rule #3: Don’t buy in bulk (unless you have a big family of tomato-lovers). Though truss tomatoes can remain ripe for up to 2 weeks, the average shelf life is 5–6 days.

Can truss tomatoes be cooked/heated?

Yes. In fact, by cooking your tomatoes you will help to boost the concentration of lycopene in the fruit. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that has been proven to help decrease the risk of a range of chronic illnesses and cancers, particularly prostate cancer.

How are truss tomatoes best eaten?

Because they are so fresh and flavoursome, truss tomatoes are delicious eaten on their own or in sandwiches and salads. They also make a wonderful addition to your favourite recipes. Pastas, sauces, tarts- all come to life with delicious truss tomatoes.

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