# Flavor-Packed Tomato Varieties Oishii Debuts a Rubī Cherry Tomato That Has Been Grown Vertically By Kanesa D | Published 2023-12-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubi References: [hortidaily](https://www.hortidaily.com/article/9583345/vertically-grown-cherry-tomato-introduced/) & [oishii](https://oishii.com/)  The Rubī tomato from [Oishii](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-tomato-sauce) is a new fruit variety that delivers sweet, acidic, and umami flavors with every bite. This unique product will primarily be sold in Whole Foods Market's in Jersey City and will be priced at $9.99 per tray. Named after the Japanese word for "ruby," the Rubī tomato from Oishii boasts a vibrant red, shiny exterior. Cultivated in indoor vertical farms near New York City, the Rubī joins Oishii's lineup, which includes the [Omakase and Koyo strawberries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infused-koyo-berry-salt), all grown similarly. This introduction aligns with [Oishii's expansion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oishii) across the northeast, following the earlier launch of its flagship Koyo Berry in the DC area and subsequent availability in Maryland, Massachusetts, and New Jersey this summer. Image Credit: Oishii ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 20% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vertical Farming:** The cultivation of the Rubī tomato in indoor vertical farms near New York City presents opportunities for innovative farming practices. - **Gourmet Fruit Varieties:** The introduction of unique fruit varieties like the Rubī tomato opens up possibilities for the development of new and exciting gourmet food products. - **Expansion in Northeast:** Oishii's expansion across the northeast, introducing the Rubī tomato to new markets, offers potential for growth and partnership opportunities in the region. ### Where This Applies - **Agriculture:** The cultivation of the Rubī tomato through vertical farming methods highlights opportunities for innovation and efficiency in the agriculture industry. - **Food and Beverage:** The introduction of flavor-packed tomato varieties like the Rubī tomato creates opportunities for product differentiation and culinary creations in the food and beverage industry. - **Retail:** The exclusive availability of the Rubī tomato in select Whole Foods Market stores presents potential business opportunities and consumer interest in the retail industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Edition Tomato Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-tomato-sauce.md) - [Accessible High-End Strawberries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oishii-nikko-berry.md) - [Locally Sourced Omakase Berries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omakase-berry.md) - [Ultra-Red Sweet Tomatoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windset-farms-1.md) - [Homegrown-Inspired Tomato Varieties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adora-heirloom-tomatoes.md) - [Convenient Cherry Tomato Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-cherry-tomato.md) - [Freeze-Dried Cherry Tomatoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freeze-dried-cherry-tomatoes.md) - [Poppable Tomato Pearls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomato-pearls.md) - [Tomato Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomato-chocolate-bar.md)