Nutrients

N Nitrogen
P Phosphorus
K Potassium
Mg Magnesium
Ca Calcium
S Sulfur
B Boron
Cu Copper
Fe Iron
Mn Manganese

Carrots - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Young leaves show a faint, uniform light green chlorosis.

Reasons
Sulphur deficiency

Carrots - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Young leaflets show a whitish discoloration on their tips and margins.

Reasons
Sulphur deficiency Symptoms of nitrogen deficiency look similar, but occur on older leaves first.

Sulphur deficiency made worse by

  • Acidic soils
  • Light, sandy soils (leaching)
  • Low organic matter
  • Poorly aerated soils (waterlogged soils
  • ) Areas with low industrial emissions

Sulfur is important for

  • Component of enzymes and other proteins
  • Necessary for chlorophyll formation and efficient N-utilization
  • Relatively low uptake

Yara recommended fertilizers for Sulfur

YaraVita THIOTRAC 300

YaraVita THIOTRAC 300

Carrot: 5 l/ha when crop is 15 cm tall. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

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YaraMila COMPLEX

YaraMila COMPLEX

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Read more about YaraMila COMPLEX

Other recommended products

YaraVita CROPLIFT
Carrot: 5 kg/ha when there is sufficient foliage to intercept the spray and at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
YaraVita CROPLIFT-K
Carrots: 5 kg/ha. When sufficient leaf area to intercept spray with 10 to 14 day intervals between applications. Water rate: 200-500 l/ha.
YaraTera KRISTA MgS
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