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Why Tomatoes Taste Bland: Rain and Variety Matter

Q: My tomatoes are big and beautiful but flavorless. Is rain the cause?

A: Rain and overcast skies reduce flavor. Sunlight, soil moisture, fertility, and growing conditions all affect taste, but soil acidity isn't dominant. Variety choice is the best predictor—find one you like and stick with it.

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