<![CDATA[This study aimed to examine the effect of shading on the growth and yield of cherry tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme) using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with a single factor. Three shading treatments were applied: (1) UV Plastic, (2) UV Plastic + 25% Shade Net, and (3) UV Plastic + 50% Shade Net, with two repetitions for each treatment. Observed parameters included plant height, number of leaves, number and weight of fruits, and environmental conditions under each shade. The results indicated that the UV Plastic + 25% Shade Net treatment provided the best outcomes, with increased leaf count, optimal number and weight of fruits, and greener leaf color. This shading level created ideal temperature and light intensity conditions, supporting photosynthesis and optimal plant growth. In contrast, the UV Plastic without shade net resulted in stunted growth due to high temperatures, while the UV Plastic + 50% Shade Net reduced fruit productivity due to insufficient light. In conclusion, the UV Plastic + 25% Shade Net is recommended as the most effective treatment to increase the productivity of cherry tomato plants.]]>
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