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Strategies

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Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Strategies By Ali Montazar, Michael Cahn and Jaspreet Sidhu, University of California Cooperative Extension; and Daniel Geisseler, University of California - Davis

ater and nitrogen (N) management in carrots is critical for increasing efficiency of crop production by decreasing costs and nitrate leaching losses. This will become increasingly important with high fertilizer prices, and as water quality and quantity concerns continue to increase. To maximize yield and quality, carrots need a sufficient level of N in the soil. Matching N fertilizer applications with carrot N uptake, and water applied with crop water requirements can optimize N and water use efficiency, as well as crop yield and quality. A study was conducted to gain information on improving and promoting adoption of management practices that optimize N and irrigation water use efficiency in California carrot production systems. A two-year study (October 2021 through March 2023) was conducted at the University of California Desert Research and Extension Center in Holtville, California (Fig. 1). The experiment consisted of three N fertilizer strategies (N1, N2, N3) under two irrigation regimes (I1, I2). The trials were arranged in a randomized complete block with split plot arrangement over four replications. Each sub-plot included 12 beds 40 inches wide and 60 feet long. Ten lines of Choctaw fresh market carrots were seeded in each bed.

The dates of first irrigation and harvest were Oct. 8, 2021, and March 17, 2022, for the 2021-22 trial, respectively. These dates were Oct. 4, 2022, and March 14, 2023, for the 2022-23 trial, respectively. Solid set sprinklers were used to irrigate the trials throughout both seasons. The study field of the 2021-22 season had a sandy clay loam (top 1 foot) to sandy loam (1-3 feet) soil texture. The soil texture of the field in the 2022-23 season was silty loam at the top 2 feet and sandy loam below 2-foot depth. The water applied to the irrigation treatments was monitored using magnetic flowmeters on a 30-minute basis (Fig. 2). Actual soil nitrate content (NO3-N) and total N percentage in tops and roots were determined monthly through laboratory analysis. Preplant and post-harvest soil samples were taken from six depths (1-6 feet). At other sampling dates, soil was collected from the top three depths (1-3 feet). A composite soil sample was analyzed from each layer for NO3-N content. Canopy images were taken on a weekly to a 15-day basis utilizing an infrared camera to quantify crop canopy coverage over the crop seasons. Plant measurement was carried out on 40-plant samples collected randomly per plot, and determinations of fresh and dry weights of roots and foliage were made on a regular monthly basis during the seasons. The plant measurement was conducted on 100-plant samples per plot at harvest.

Figure 1. A 2021-22 field trial evaluates nitrogen and irrigation water use efficiency in California carrot production systems.

Figure 2. Magnetic flow meters and data store and transfer equipment monitors water applied to a 2022-23 field trial.

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Water and Nitrogen Applied

The seasonal water and N applications in the different irrigation regimes and N strategies are listed in Table 1. A preplant N fertilizer with monoammonium phosphate was broadcast at a rate of 280 lbs./ac over the entire trial area in both seasons. Urea ammonium nitrate (UAN-32) was injected into the sprinkler system to supply the remaining amount of N for each nitrogen treatment. The application rates varied from 140 to 235 lbs. N/ ac in the 2021-22 season and from 145 to 217 lbs. N/ac in the 2022-23 season. The amount of irrigation water was determined using the CropManage irrigation and nitrogen decision management tool (www.cropmanage.ucanr.edu) to provide 100 percent of crop water needs (ET or irrigation regime 1) and 25 percent more than crop water needs (125 percent ET or irrigation regime 2). The amounts of irrigation varied from 24.5 to 30.8 in. and from 23.6 to 29.7 in. in the 2021-22 and 2022-23 seasons, respectively (Table 1). The trends of water and N applications per event for the 2022-23 season can be found in Fig. 3.

Impact on Nitrogen Uptake

Data of this study reported in an earlier article suggested that nearly 50 percent of the total N in carrots is taken up during a 50day period, 80-130 days after seeding. This 50-day period appears to be the most critical period for N uptake, particularly in the storage roots, when carrots developed the large canopy and the extensive rooting system. The findings also demonstrated that for a 160-day crop season in the low desert of California, 22 percent of N uptake took place over the last 30 days before harvest. The highest N accumulation rates at harvest were associated with the N2 treatment under the I2 irrigation regime (273 lbs. ac-1) and the N3 treatment under the I1 irrigation regime (281 lbs. ac-1) in the 2022-23 season (Fig. 4). However, nitrogen application rates had no statistically significant effect on total N uptake (roots and tops) and the N accumulated in roots. The N application rate had a clear and scientifically significant effect on increasing aboveground foliage (tops), which could be a reason for greater nitrogen uptake at the higher rate of N applied. The results provide evidence for an overall effect of the interaction of irrigation regime and nitrogen management

Figure 3. Cumulative water and nitrogen (N) applied in each of the irrigation regimes and nitrogen strategies over the 2022-23 season

strategy on the total N accumulation in carrots (roots and tops) even though the irrigation regime as an individual driver had no significant effect on the N accumulation (neither the total nor tops or roots). It is likely relevant to the range of water application rates. The 25 percent over-irrigation couldn’t have a considerable impact on leaching nitrate within a silty loam soil type. A higher amount of excessive water through a more aggressive over-irrigation scenario (for instance, 150 percent ET) could influence the N uptake differently. The results of nitrogen accumulation were basically consistent within the two seasons.

Impact on Carrot Fresh Roots

Figure 4. Mean nitrogen (N) uptake distribution in carrot roots and tops affected by water regimes and nitrogen application rates in the 2022-23 season. The bars demonstrate the standard error of root yield values. Fresh root yields with different letters significantly differ (p < 0.05) by Tukey’s test.

Although no statistically significant impacts were found from both irrigation and N application rates on the fresh root yield in the 2022-23 season, N application statistically affected root yield in the 2021-22 season (Fig. 5). The lowest fresh root yield (40.8 t ac-1) was observed in the I2N1 treatment (irrigation regime 2 and an N application rate of 140 lbs. ac-1). A lower soil residual nitrate content could have contributed to a lower root yield in CarrotCountry.com

Table 1. Seasonal water and nitrogen (N) application rates in the study seasons

Conclusions

Nitrogen and irrigation water must be effectively used in mineral soils to produce carrots with high yield and with minimal 2021-22 2022-23 environmental impact. In the low desert of California, the season season majority of N is taken up during the months of December to N application (lb. N/ acre) N1=140 N1=145 February, and hence, proper N fertility in the effective crop root N2=185 N2=180 zone is essential during this period. An integrated optimal N and N3=235 N3=217 water management plan needs to be followed to achieve high N Water application (in) I1=24.5 I1=23.6 and water efficiency, and consequently overall profitability. Positive impact of N application rate on carrot root yield was I2=30.8 I2=29.7 observed, but statistically no significant relation was found. The this specific treatment in the 2021-22 season. A greater mineral findings of this study suggested that N application rates greater N content in the top 2 feet of soil was determined right before than 145 lbs. ac-1 do not have a significant impact on carrot planting in the 2022-23 season (106 lbs. N/ac) than in the 2021root yield in a well-managed irrigated field with a silty loam soil 22 season (77 lbs. N/ac). texture (above 2 ft.) to sandy loam (below 2 ft.). However, the Since residual soil N can contribute considerably to the N fact that more N was taken up in the crop than applied for the N1 requirement in carrots, preplant soil nitrate-N assessment down and N2 treatments would suggest that the residual nitrate in the to 2-ft. depth is a tool that can enable growers to improve N soil from the past season contributed to the N nutrition of the management and maximize yield and quality while minimizing crop. Higher N rates are likely necessary in over-irrigated carrot economic and environmental costs. fields (receiving more than 125 percent of crop ET), or fields with The findings suggested insignificant difference of fresh root a low residual nitrate content. This is because improving N use yields impacted by the interaction of irrigation regime and N efficiency is closely associated with water use efficiency. On sandy strategy within the range of application rates in both seasons. textured soils, water management can be especially important for Different results could be obtained in a field that is irrigated achieving high N use efficiency in carrots. Carrots need variable more than the I2 treatment (> 125 percent of CropManage seasonal water application that depends on planting time, length recommendation), has a low residual nitrate content or/and has a of season, variety, soil types and irrigation efficiency. In this study, sandy textured soil. we used CIMIS reference evapotranspiration data and a crop 23-11 Carrot Country .5 Page.v1.pdf 1 2023-10-27 12:16 pm

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coefficient model applied through CropManage online software to estimate water requirements of carrot before each irrigation. Growers are encouraged to try using a reduced N rate (1020 percent lower than their current practice) on a small field to evaluate how it fits their specific farming practices before they adopt it on a widespread basis. Analyzing soil samples for residual soil nitrate early in the season (after the preirrigation) and in-season soil nitrate and leaf tissue analyses can provide confidence in the new practices and allow for corrective measures. Information on using the soil nitrate

quick test can be found at www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/ffldrs/frep/pdfs/ nitratequicktestweb.pdf. Sufficient N availability in the crop root zone over the growing season and the lack of significant yield response to N application within the range of N application rates in this study suggested that N optimal rates could be likely less than 180 lbs. ac-1 in the low desert of California. Authors’ note: Funding for this study was provided by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) - Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) and the California Fresh Carrot Advisory Board.

Figure 5. Mean fresh carrot root yields as affected by water regimes and nitrogen (N) application rates over the study seasons. The bars demonstrate the standard error of root yield values. Fresh root yields with different letters in each season significantly differ (p < 0.05) by Tukey’s test.

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Nematode Resistance Progress Report A field trial evaluates carrots resistant to root-knot nematodes (top) and susceptible to root-knot nematodes (bottom).

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breeding materials from the University of Wisconsin’s program and the seed industry. The trial evaluated the selections for root-knot nematode resistance in the field with the objective of identifying resistant carrot genotypes for future breeding efforts and genetic research. The annual trial has been ongoing for several decades at California locations including Coachella, Kearney and Irvine. This year’s trial took place at the University of California – Riverside Coachella Valley Agricultural Research Center. There, Phil Roberts and Bill Matthews maintain a root-knot nematode-inoculated field by growing crops that are susceptible to rootknot nematodes, which helps keep a high and fairly uniform nematode population in the field. The University of CaliforniaRiverside team then grew carrot breeding material that the seed industry chose to be evaluated for root-knot nematode resistance. Nematode pressure was very high in this year’s trial, and results overall were consistent for breeding stocks that were included from previous years’ trials. This year’s trial demonstrated that even though most carrots are susceptible to root-knot nematodes, including all available commercial cultivars tested, breeding efforts are working, as evaluators saw an increasing amount of resistant breeding material. The trial yielded some really good-looking resistant carrots in the cello, cut-and-peel, and novel-colored carrot categories, according to organizers. Carrot growers, seed industry reps and the public were invited to the trial display at harvest, with a good number and diversity of participants in attendance, from growers to researchers in the seed industry and universities.

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arrots were on display at the Pacific Northwest Bayer Experience this summer. Held in Payette, Idaho, at the Seminis breeding facility, the Experience gave growers an opportunity to see Seminis varieties in the field, taste them and get questions answered from carrot breeder Laura Maupin. The healthier eating trend has contributed to an uptick in vegetable acres, and Bayer wanted to acknowledge

this by showcasing not only carrot varieties Orange Blaze and Malbec, but also onions, corn, watermelons and peppers. Orange Blaze is a uniform, prototypical “Bugs Bunny” variety found cello-packed in grocery stores. Malbec is a pretty, red variety, uniform in color, both outside and inside. It is also uniform in length and suitable for the fresh market and processing.

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UpperCut is a highly adaptable carrot ideal for organic production as a result of foliar resistances. The variety features vigorous foliage and good resistance to Alternaria dauci and powdery mildew. It is an excellent option for cut-and-peel processing and features long roots with very good flavor and crunchy texture.

A market standard for fresh whole carrots, Maverick offers exceptional adaptability and consistency with slightly tapered, long roots with good fill. The variety is normal maturing with a high percentage of cellos; root quality makes the product useful for other applications. The variety is popular for commercial organic production and produces consistent, excellent flavor, smooth skin and very good interior color.

ReadyCut

ReadyCut is an excellent option for cutand-peel processing. With a uniform, long, slender root shape for cuts of all diameter profiles, this variety features a high percentage of premium pieces under 5/8-inch diameter. Carrots have good flavor, crunchy texture and durable roots for a lower percentage of cracking and breaking.

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RubyPak

RubyPak features red exterior and interior color and grows crispy, excellent-tasting carrots. This excellent spring-planted red carrot hybrid (with less bolting than RubyQueen for spring and summer harvest) features smaller and clearly less vigorous foliage than the other colors and has some bolting in the spring and early summer harvest slots.

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TrophyPak is an early-maturing and vigorous cello/jumbo hybrid with exceptional adaptability and consistency. The variety produces a high percentage of cellos while also flexible for use in making jumbos. Carrots feature vigorous and upright foliage, high tolerance to Alternaria dauci and powdery mildew, and tapered roots with excellent tip fill.

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Naval is a Nantes type that produces very shapely, uniform, hairless roots 7-9 inches long. Crisp and sweet, Naval resists cracking with an added bonus of a long shelf life. The variety has intermediate resistance to Alternaria leaf blight, black rot and Cercospora leaf blight. It is also available as organic seed.

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A nice cello/slicer carrot, Jefferson produces smooth and slightly tapered roots that are a dark orange color with no green shoulder, good length and very uniform. With a maturity of 75-80 days, the variety has intermediate resistance to Alternaria leaf blight, black rot and cavity spot.

Narvik

An easy-growing, mid-early Nantes variety with nice flavor and texture, Narvik roots are uniform and cylindrical. Tops are strong, healthy and erect. Overall, Narvik holds well in storage. It is adaptable to standard or high-density spacing and has intermediate resistance to black rot, Cercospora leaf blight and cavity spot. Organic seed is available.

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With good flavor, Istanbul is a nice uniform carrot for cellos and slicers. It is an Imperator type with strong tops and 9- to 11-inch roots. Well adapted, the variety performs well on both muck and mineral soils. Istanbul has intermediate resistance to Alternaria leaf blight, black rot and Cercospora leaf blight. The variety is also available as organic seed.

Miami produces consistently uniform cylindrical roots with exceptionally sweet carrot flavor. Bright orange roots grow stouter as they mature. Attractive feathery tops are perfect for fresh market bunches. The variety is well adapted for early- or main-season successions. Miami has intermediate resistance to Alternaria leaf blight, black rot, cavity spot, Cercospora leaf blight and liquorice rot. It is also available as organic seed.

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Set to become commercial soon, Ellis is a Nantes-type hybrid for fresh market and suitable for long storage. This variety needs 120-140 growing days for full blunt length. The variety is strong against breakage and splitting and has strong foliage for mechanical harvest, stress and disease pressure. High carotene and Brix value are maintained through storage.

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Apache

With a maturity of 65 days, Apache produces very smooth, dark, 10inch orange roots with strong attachment. The variety is great for cello and bunching.

New in 2021, Ymer is a Berlicum/Nantes-type hybrid for fresh market and suitable for long storage. Reaching maturity in 130 growing days, the variety features strong, dark green foliage, and a nice cylindrical shape, growing to 8 inches. High carotene and Brix value are maintained through storage.

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SV2384DL

At 68 days, SV2384DL produces dark orange, thick 12-inch cylindrical roots for mineral or muck soils. Roots have semi-blunt tips with small cores.

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SVDC1978

SVDC1978 has very good root shape and size uniformity in combination with good top attachment and plant vigor. Long roots with excellent tops make SVDC1978 an attractive cut-and-peel carrot in the Seminis portfolio. With tolerance to powdery mildew and the combination of root quality and top vigor, growers will be rewarded with a high yield potential.

SVDC2089

SVDC2089 is a cut-and-peel variety with excellent plant health and good root uniformity and eating quality, which will provide a high yield to growers. This variety can be grown in all cut-and-peel carrot growing regions in the United States, especially the organic market where top health is very important. SVDC2089 has good tolerance to powdery mildew and a superior root with good length and uniformity. Its excellent texture and flavor, clean top, and root length and uniformity make SVDC2089 a great option for growers.

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With maturity at 120 days from sowing, Siroco produces uniform fruit suited well for slicing and cello Nantes markets. Strong tops hold well late into the harvest season, standing up to disease and weather alike.

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This main-season yellow Nantes variety hits maturity 120-130 days from sowing and yields beautiful, smooth roots with excellent flavor.

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This extremely early Nantes is paired with out-of-this-world uniformity. Strong tops make top lifting easy, an added bonus to the 90-day turnaround Speedo will give you.

Volcano

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OSU Welcomes New Entomologist Back to hAREC

Josephine Antwi has joined Oregon State University (OSU) as the new irrigated crop entomology extension specialist at the Hermiston Agricultural Research and Extension Center (HAREC). She is familiar with the region and its pests after working as a postdoctoral research scholar at HAREC from 2015 to 2017. In her new role, Antwi will lead the development, implementation and evaluation of extension and research programs in arthropod pest management to support sustainable irrigated farming systems. She will work with stakeholders, local industry and county extension agents to develop an applied research program and deliver research-based solutions. Antwi earned a Ph.D. in entomology at Texas A&M University and previously worked as an assistant professor at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

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