27 Billion Pounds Of Tomatoes Are Harvested To Produce Ketchup This Way | Agriculture Technology

27 Billion Pounds Of Tomatoes Are Harvested To Produce Ketchup In America This Way | Agriculture Technology Dive into the world of tomatoes and discover how 27 billion pounds of this versatile fruit are transformed into the ketchup that graces your table. This documentary unveils the fascinating journey of tomatoes from sprawling farms to processing factories, where cutting-edge agriculture technology meets time-tested techniques to produce the perfect condiment. What You'll Discover: Tomato Cultivation: See how American farmers grow tomatoes on an impressive scale, using advanced irrigation systems, precision planting, and high-tech monitoring for optimal harvests. The Ketchup Economy: Explore the significance of ketchup in the U.S. food industry, its role in American cuisine, and the economic impact of large-scale tomato farming. Innovative Processing: Learn about the cutting-edge machinery and sustainable practices used in factories to sort, crush, cook, and package tomatoes into the ketchup we all love. Engage with Us: Got questions or thoughts about tomato farming and ketchup production? Leave a comment, give us a thumbs up, and subscribe to Agriculture Insight for more fascinating documentaries on modern farming practices. Watch now to uncover the incredible story behind America’s ketchup production! #farming #harvesting #tomato Timeline 00:00 Introduction 00:34 Tomato Harvest 04:30 Ketchup Factory 05:52 Buffer Tank 07:48 Manual Sorting 08:11 Steaming and Peeling 09:11 Sorting After Peeling 09:54 Dicing Process 10:20 Grinding Process 11:02 Fermentation Process 11:26 Packaging Line 13:37 Quality Control 14:39 Conclusion