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Carrot

गाजर / Gajar

Daucus carota · Apiaceae

Root crop requiring loose, well-drained soil free of stones for straight root development. Deep bed preparation with compost is essential for quality organic carrots.

At a Glance

Duration

100 days

Organic Yield

20-25 t/ha

Organic Premium

+30%

Water Need

medium

pH Range

6 – 6.8

Soil Type

sandy-loam, loam

Nutrient Requirements

N

Nitrogen

60-80 kg/ha

P

Phosphorus

50 kg/ha

K

Potassium

60 kg/ha

Organic Farming Protocol

1

Bed preparation

Deep, loose bed with well-decomposed compost, no fresh FYM (causes root forking).

2

30 DAS

Jeevamrutham drench.

3

Root development

Wood ash solution for potassium boost.

Common Pests & Diseases

🐛 carrot fly🐛 aphids🍃 leaf blight carrot