Cal Poly Tomato Spectacular

Cal Poly Tomato Spectacular An annual Cal Poly student-run enterprise project that produces and sells tomato plants in San Luis Obispo, CA.

The Cal Poly Tomato Spectacular Enterprise Project is a student-led business and education endeavor. A team of six students are challenged with the task of organizing the annual tomato plant sale in April. The challenge includes every aspect of production and sale - from planting seeds and determining production methods, to mixing soil and transplanting seedlings! It is one of the most exemplary o

pportunities for students to combine education with experience - truly Learn By Doing. The annual Cal Poly Tomato Mania sale also supports the students involved! Profits generated by the event help fund the Cal Poly Environmental Horticulture Unit, as well as the team of six students who ran the project. You can rest assured that your involvement in Cal Poly Tomato Mania is helping to invest in the future of Horticulture and Plant Science!

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San Luis Obispo, CA
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The Tomato Plant Spectacular Enterprise Project

The Cal Poly Tomato Plant Spectacular Enterprise Project (formerly called Tomato Mania) is a student-run, learn by doing experience. Horticulture and Crop Science faculty member Benjamin Hoover selects and leads a team of six students, as they grow the plants and plan logistics for the annual tomato plant sale in April. The team produces heirloom plants as well as the newest hybrids. The production list includes selections for the coast and inland areas. Profits from the project help fund the Cal Poly Environmental Horticulture Unit, as well as support the team of six students who ran the project.