Kern 313 Desi Red Carrot

Crop Name: Carrot (OP)
Season: Autumn
Crop Category: Veg OP
Product Name: Kern 313 F1 Carrot
Sowing Time: August to October
Harvest Time: 80 to 90 days after sowing
Root Length: 22 to 26 cm
Color: Tropical Red
Kern 313 F1 Carrot is an open-pollinated variety that is suitable for autumn cultivation. Open-pollinated seeds are produced by pollen being shared between two similar carrot varieties. This means that the seeds can be saved and replanted, and they will produce plants that are similar to the parent plants.
Kern 313 F1 Carrot has a vigorous growth habit and produces long, cylindrical roots with blunt tips. The roots have a tropical red color that is consistent throughout. The length of the roots ranges from 22 to 26 cm, depending on the growing conditions. The taste of this carrot is sweet and crunchy, and it has a high sugar content.
The ideal planting window for Kern 313 F1 carrots, depending on your climate zone, is from August to October. The plants should be thinned to 5 to 10 cm apart when they are about 5 cm tall after the seeds have been sown in rows that are 30 to 40 cm apart. Weeds should be routinely pulled out, and the soil should be kept moist but not soggy. When the carrots reach the desired size, which takes 80 to 90 days from sowing, they can be harvested.
If you want to grow your own carrots in the autumn, Kern 313 F1 Carrot is a great variety for backyard gardeners. It is very tolerant of various environmental conditions and has a high yield potential. Additionally, it can be kept in a dry, cool environment for several months. This carrot is delicious as a snack, in salads, soups, and stews.

The Kern 313 F1 Carrot is an open-pollinated variety known for its vigorous growth and long roots. The carrots mature into a dark, tropical red color with a self-colored core. A perfect choice for autumn cultivation, it showcases robust adaptability to varying soil conditions.

Farm Management Practices:
• Soil Preparation: This carrot requires well-drained sandy loam soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0, cool to moderate temperatures, regular watering and weeding, thinning to avoid overcrowding, and harvesting when the roots are fully matured and brightly colored. Loosen the soil to at least 12 inches depth to allow the long carrot roots to grow freely.
• Temperature: Carrot is a root vegetable that grows best in cool to moderate temperatures and well-drained sandy loam soil.
• Sunlight: Carrot needs six to eight hours of direct sunlight a day, but can benefit from afternoon shade or filtered light in hot weather.
• Climate: Carrots grow best in cooler temperatures and can be planted in late summer for a fall harvest in the north or in fall for a winter harvest in the south.
• Watering: Water deeply and regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Carrots require regular irrigation once every five days, and more frequently during dry periods.
• Spacing: Plant seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows that are 12 to 18 inches apart.

Crop Management – Fertilizer
Start with a well-balanced, slow-release granular fertilizer at planting.
As the plants grow, side dress with urea, DAP, and other macro and micro-nutrients as required.

Crop Management –
Pesticides Usage:
Carrot faces many pests and diseases, such as root-knot nematode, leaf spot, soil-borne diseases, carrot fly, aphids, and powdery mildew. To prevent or control them, use resistant varieties, crop rotation, biological control agents, or organic pesticides. Monitor the crops regularly and use the pesticides that are advised and make sure to use them safely and effectively by adhering to the manufacturer's instructions.

Weed control: Carrot should be kept free of weeds by manual or mechanical weeding or by using mulches.

Storage: To store carrots, use an airtight container in the fridge. Keep them away from fruits that release ethylene gas. To keep them moist, wrap them in a damp cloth or change their water daily. Only peel or cut them when needed. Whole carrots last 3-4 weeks in the fridge, peeled or sliced last 2-3 weeks. Discard if they smell bad or have dark spots.