Carotenoid biofortification in tomato products along whole agro-food chain from field to fork

•Carotenoids are a diverse group of isoprenoids with potential health benefits.•Tomato is one of the main dietary sources of carotenoids.•Carotenoid metabolism is associated with visual, nutrition and flavor quality of tomato products.•Carotenoid biofortification along whole agro-food chain is a sustainable strategy for carotenoid-improved tomato industry.