Effect of preceding crop on growth dynamics, yield and quality of carrot

Abstract

The correct choice of the preceding crop is of paramount importance in carrot production. To study the effects of different preceding crops on the performance of the carrot variety Nantes, a field trial was established at the Rimski Sancevi Experiment Field of the Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops in Novi Sad on a chernozem soil. The trial included three preceding crops: monoculture, carrots after peppers, and carrots after peas. The results of the three-year trial (1997-1999) showed that the most intensive growth, highest yield and best quality of carrot roots were obtained after peppers. Pea, although a legume, was a less effective preceding crop than pepper regarding the dynamics of growth, yield and dry matter content in carrot roots.