how much can i sell my tomatos for per pound at a roadside stand in or near panama city florida,best variety?

Answer 1

Your question has gone four days without an answer, so I guess I'll give it a try.

First the tomatoes. Best advice is to contact your county extension office to find out what varieties of tomatoes grow best in your area. You might want to grow several varieties so your customers have a choice. Keep in mind that most people will look for perfect looking tomatoes. Those old varieties that are creased on the top and look ugly may taste fantastic, but consumers will often pass them up for varieties that are more visually appealing.

Pricing has changed over the years. It used to be that produce at roadside stands was a lot cheaper than that found in the supermarket. That is no longer the case. Produce in roadside stands is usually at least as high, if not substantially higher, than that found in the grocery. The public perception is that roadside produce is fresher and healthier than that found in the store. Operators of roadside stands and farmers markets have tapped in to that thinking and price their produce accordingly.

You should price your tomatoes according to your competition. If you price your tomatoes much higher than the other stands in your area, you had better be prepared to explain why to your customers.

Good luck with your tomato stand.