Carrot

गाजर (Gaajar)

📖 Daucus carota subsp. sativus (Hoffm.) Arcang.

Verified Agricultural Data (NARC) Root & Tuber Crops 📅 Bhadra (भाद्र) – Kartik (कार्तिक) 🌡️ 15–25°C ⚗️ pH 6.0–6.8 ⏱️ 70-85 days

Growing Season & Schedule

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Recommended Growing Window: Bhadra (भाद्र) – Kartik (कार्तिक)

Carrots take about 70 to 80 days to mature after planting.

Description & Overview

Crisp, sweet winter root vegetable grown commercially near urban markets. Excellent dietary source of beta-carotene (provitamin A), potassium, and soluble fiber.

Details & Agronomic Insights

🌟 Positive Attributes & Health Benefits

Carrots are a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect against cell damage. They are also a good source of beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A is important for vision, immunity, and skin health.

⚠️ Precautions & Adverse Notes

Carrots can cause gas and bloating in some people.

🐛 Major Diseases & Pests

Carrots are susceptible to a few diseases, including carrot rust, black spot, and leaf blight. Carrot rust can be prevented by planting carrots in well-drained soil and rotating crops. Black spot can be prevented by watering in the morning and avoiding overhead watering. Leaf blight can be prevented by planting resistant varieties.

💊 Disease & Pest Solutions

To control carrot rust, you can use a fungicide or neem oil.
To control black spot, you can plant carrots in well-drained soil and avoid overwatering.
To control leaf blight, you can plant resistant varieties.

🧪 Fertilizer & Nutrition Recommendations

Carrots are a heavy feeder, so you need to fertilize them regularly. Use a balanced fertilizer, such as 10-10-10, and apply it every 2-3 weeks.

Here are some additional tips for growing carrots:

Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
Amend the soil with compost or manure before planting.
Plant the seeds 1/2 inch deep and 1 inch apart.
Thin the seedlings to 2 inches apart once they have emerged.
Water regularly, but don't overwater.
Fertilize every 2-3 weeks.
Harvest the carrots when they are 6-8 inches long.

With proper care, you can enjoy fresh carrots from your garden all season long

Planting & Cultivation Guide

🌱 Planting Method Direct Seeding

📏 Seed Depth 1.0 cm

↔️ Seed Spacing 5.0 cm

📐 Row Spacing 25.0 cm

🪱 Soil Type Deep, loose, stone-free sandy loam to prevent root forking

💧 Water Requirement Medium (350-500 mm, regular light moisture)

☀️ Sunlight Full Sun (6-8 hours direct)

🧪 NPK Dose 80:60:80 NPK kg/ha

Climate & Altitude Requirements

⛰️ Altitude Range 200–2400 m

🗺️ Suitable Regions Terai, Mid-Hills

🌡️ Temperature Range 15–25°C

⚗️ Optimal pH 6.0–6.8

Harvest Information & Yield

⏱️ Maturity Days 70-85 days

📦 Expected Yield 20 - 30 t/ha (varieties: New Kuroda, Nantes)

🔍 Harvest Indicators:

Root shoulder reaches 2.5-3.5 cm diameter with vibrant orange color

Crop Photo Gallery

गाजर (Gaajar) (Primary Photo)

Seasonal Calendar — रोप्ने पात्रो

Activity / कार्य	Start Month (BS)	End Month (BS)	Region / क्षेत्र	Gregorian Window
🪴 Nursery	भाद्र (Bhadra)	भाद्र (Bhadra)	All Nepal	August - September
🌱 Sowing	असोज (Ashwin)	कार्तिक (Kartik)	All Nepal	September - October
🌾 Harvesting	मंसिर (Mangsir)	माघ (Magh)	All Nepal	November - January

Quick Reference

Verified

🌱 Method Direct Seeding

📅 Season Bhadra (भाद्र) – Kartik (कार्तिक)

⏱️ Matures 70-85 days

💧 Water Medium (350-500 mm, regular light moisture)

☀️ Sunlight Full Sun (6-8 hours direct)

🪱 Soil Deep, loose, stone-free sandy loam to prevent root forking

🗺️ Regions Terai, Mid-Hills

🌡️ Temp 15–25°C

⚗️ pH 6.0–6.8

📏 Depth 1.0 cm

📦 Yield 20 - 30 t/ha (varieties: New Kuroda, Nantes)

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